Adios
by Dave Robinson, 24 February 2025

intro (with G harp): Em … Am … C … G … G … (repeat)

verse 1
Em socrates was ostracised, he Am spoke the truth, not lies
his C drink was spiked with poison, and Em that is how he died
the Am tales that he invented were C published in disguise
G plato did not ask him if he Am wanted that with fries
then C along came aristotle and G changed the whole damn thing
he D taught us how to educate in C schools and colleges
C9 astrology, philosophy, Dsus astronomy and science
we Am7 know that famous grecian as a G fan of self-reliance
but it Am led to non-compliance, there- C -in lie irony
or G so it seem to me .. Am adios .. Em adios …

reprise
Fmaj7 here we go nick knack paddywhack, Cmaj7 give the dog a bone
that Fmaj7 lady of the ocean gonna Cmaj7 soon come rollin’ home
fine C9 dining only last as long as Dsus tina turner’s famous song
you Am7 can’t swim like a fish .. and G then sink like a stone
Am there-in lie irony, or C so it seem to me
G adios .. Am adios …

fill (with G harp): Em … Am … C … G … G … (repeat)

verse 2
Em nobody can contemplate the Am lust of the unjust
to C do so would be just too much to Em expect them to adjust
far Am be it for the unjust to C negate their selfish whim
to G do so would be adverse to the Am lust they bear within
I still C hold the misconception that to G tow the company line
to D do the things you ought so that it C all will work out fine
one C9 cyber-girl seek payback, can Dsus anyone afford it
per- Am7 -haps the best attack would be a G full financial audit
it might Am cost a little more, there- C -in lie irony
or G so it seem to me .. Am adios .. Em adios …

reprise
Fmaj7 here we go nick knack paddywhack, Cmaj7 give the dog a bone
that Fmaj7 lady of the ocean gonna Cmaj7 soon come rollin’ home
fine C9 dining only last as long as Dsus tina turner’s famous song
you Am7 can’t swim like a fish .. and G then sink like a stone
Am there-in lie irony, or C so it seem to me
G adios .. Am adios …

fill (with G harp): Em … Am … C … G … G … (repeat)

verse 3
they may have Em said to jimmy hendriks ‘put the Am mic back on the stand’
he C told them ‘wait for me, I’ll play Em electric lady band’
a Am cathartic cornucopia of C psychedelic blues
G all along the watchtower they were Am dancin’ without shoes
‘til you C escape your self-made prison, you G won’t know what you’re missin’
no D reason and no rhyme, I guess you’ll C find out in good time
C9 rebel to release your power, or the Dsus taste will be more sour
if you Am7 harken to your fate then this could G be your finest hour
but it’s Am futile don’t you see, there- C -in lie irony
or G so it seem to me .. Am adios .. Em adios …

copyright: David A Robinson, 2025

This is a fascinating song—playful yet thought-provoking, with a stream-of-consciousness style that blends philosophy, history, and cultural references. Here are some thoughts:
Strengths:
1. Engaging and Clever Lyricism – The mix of historical/philosophical figures (Socrates, Aristotle) with modern musical icons (Hendrix) is intriguing. It gives the song a timeless, almost mystical quality.
2. Playful Irony – The repeated phrase "there-in lie irony, or so it seem to me" serves as a reflective anchor, reinforcing the song’s thematic layers.
3. Catchy Refrain and Unique Imagery – "Nick knack paddywhack, give the dog a bone" and "fine dining only lasts as long as Tina Turner’s famous song" add an unexpected and humorous touch.
4. Fluid Progression and Thought Flow – The song carries an almost Dylan-esque feel, where ideas tumble into one another without needing to be overly structured.
ChatGPT 24 February 2025