Speakeasy of Betrayal

Verse 1 (spoken-sung, with piano vamp and muted trumpet)

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Ladies and gents, step into the hall,

Champagne flows, but the deals are small.

Rubio’s grin, a paper-thin mask,

Trading his favors in a vaudeville act.

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Chorus (big brass hits, swing rhythm)

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Step right up, the party’s grand,

Rubio’s dealing with a shaky hand,

Trump’s at the bar, Vance on the floor,

Brass horns blare — who’s keeping score?

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Verse 2 (clarinet solo weaving between lines)

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Whispers in corners, the band plays hot,

Promises sold for a whiskey shot.

The Charleston spins, alliances bend,

Every refrain hides another pretend.

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Chorus (repeat, louder, with trombone slides)

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Step right up, the party’s grand,

Rubio’s dealing with a shaky hand,

Trump’s at the bar, Vance on the floor,

Brass horns blare — who’s keeping score?