Lyrics for Liberals

Older readers will recall how the tune "High Hopes" (1) embodied John F Kennedy's optimism and help propel him to the 1960 Democratic presidential nomination. Even old readers will recall that "Happy Days Are Here Again" swept FDR into the White House in 1932.

Today's candidates need snappy jingles for their campaigns too; as a public service, the Glazerbeam hereby provides at no charge lyrics for campaign songs for three Democratic contenders. (Some of the music may still be protected by copyright, however.) So sing along with your favorite candidate.

Republican songs are coming soon!

1. Tune of "Bye, Bye, Blackbird"

Hillary's the candidate
The Democrats should nominate
Vote for Clinton!

She can win ev'ry debate
And will carry ev'ry state
Vote for Clinton!

Other politicians want to lead us,
But in between elections they don't need us!

So, Hillary for President
And White House resident,
Clinton, OK!

2. Tune of "Black & White" by 3-Dog Night

His pa was black!
His ma was white!
And everyone says he's very bright!

Some says he' wrong.
We say he's right
The right man to win----this political fight!

3. Tune of "My Boyfriend's Back" by the Angels

John Edwards' back!
This time he'll win the nomination!
Hey folks, hey folks, John Edwards' back!
John Edwards' back!
He's gonna govern this great nation!
Hey folks, hey folks, John Edwards' back!

He cares for the poor
Even though he's very rich, ah-ooooo,
He can beat Barack Obama.
He can even beat the
blonde senator from New York! (2)
Hey, folks, just wait and see!
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(1) A non-political version of the song was recorded by Frank Sinatra in 1960 and became a big hit. Another version with lyrics like
"Everybody likes Jack,
"Cause Jack is on the right track"
was used at campaign events.
The Kennedys subsequently dumped Sinatra when his mob-ties became too notorious.

(2) Rhymes not always guaranteed.