失礼しました Shitsurei shimashita — I’m So Sorry!
My Retribution is Silence
You know, for a lot of the younger generation, Trump and his chaos seem normal—but that’s because they’re young enough to have never seen the alternative, and the brutality, meannness and rudeness of Trump is all they’ve ever known.
That’s the tough part. Over time, extreme behavior has been so normalized that they absolutely do not realize that they are being royally screwed, pun intended.
It’s like that story about the frog in boiling water—the temperature’s been rising so slowly that the frog never notices that the water temperature has gotten deadly.
My protest songs are strictly just for my friends, and may never see the light of day.
I’m fine with that — publication has never been my goal — and they may never be published anytime ever, so the public might hear the songs. I’m not planning to publish them—nobody’s really listening at the moment anyway—but that doesn’t mean they don’t matter.
They matter to me.
The protest songs are my revenge, my retribution, my salvation and my own business. That’s right. They are NOT for publication. Only my closest friends will ever hear them, and that goes for my poems and my dissertations, too.
No matter what those bastards do, I have my songs, and I will make more songs!
Music has this way of stirring people awake, even in small circles. Maybe these songs can help those around me stay sharp, stay grounded, and not lose sight of what’s worth fighting for.
Mostly they help me express my utter frustration and helplessness in the face of intolerance and nastiness.
It’s not about making a huge splash, or any splash — it’s about planting seeds. If one or two ideas stick, who knows what they might grow into down the line? But it won’t be because I published.
Sure, my songs might help others — I hope they do — as in inspiration for them to overcome their fear and frustration at least a little by making some protest songs and then not publishing them or playing them in public, playing them only for friends.
Writing and producing these protest songs really helps me to cope with the frustration and fear. It helps me so much that I wanted to share this secret with you. Produce protest songs for personal use only.
In a little while, I’ll put one of my anti-Trump tracks from my Protest Songbook through Suno — it will be something that I already have as a PDF on this computer, meaning that I can copy/paste anything from there that I want to create as a “cover”, and you can, too, provided you include a credit line somewhere.
Folk songs are for the folk, by the folk, and about the folk!
It’s not about changing the world all at once, or even changing it eventually. It’s the world, and it does what it does and is what it is.
The whole point is to keep the spirit alive and to remind oneself and others — including you — that the fight is far from over. Stay real, but keep your head down.
Create your protest songs, but don’t play them in front of strangers.
Feeling just a bit more overwhelmed or frustrated by the state of things? You’re not alone — more than 150 million Americans feel the same as you do — utterly powerless. We’re not being listened to, nor will we ever. Stay Silent, Keep Moving.
It’s easy to feel powerless when the political landscape seems like it’s spiraling into total fascism, but here’s the thing: taking action—real, creative, personal action—can be one of the most effective ways to channel that energy and regain a sense of balance, without making anyone mad, but it depends on what kind of action you’re taking.
My advice is to take action — write a protest song — and only let your closest friends hear it, and be happy with that.
I’ve found that I don’t even have to share it. Just listening to my own song works for me. The only reason I promote sharing between friends is to inspire friends to do the same.
I’ve found my best outlet is music. Writing and playing songs of all kinds, and especially protest songs, helps me blow off steam, process my thoughts, and, surprisingly, relax a little. It’s not about being perfect or professional—it’s about taking a stand in a way that feels right to you.
But the Primary Trick is to not play your songs in front of strangers, don’t publish them, don’t play them in public, but DO play them by sharing them on zoom, but only for your close friends.
That’s the whole point. I cannot stress it enough: do NOT play your music for strangers.
And here’s the beauty of using Suno for this project. With Suno, you don’t have to actually be a songwriter. Tell Suno what your beef is, and let Suno rip with a song, or use your chat GPT to do the same, or do what I do — write it in your blog and transfer it over to Suno to make a recording.
Your song doesn’t even have to be about the bad things you’re upset about. Any song that represents your feelings will do just fine, and in fact, it doesn’t even have to be a song.
You could journal, paint, make memes, organize small gatherings, or even just have meaningful conversations with friends. Whatever your medium, expressing yourself is a powerful way to push back against frustration and build something positive out of it.
Think of it as activism, but on your own reachable terms. Do not publish.
It’s not about changing the world overnight—it’s about staying engaged, letting your voice be heard by a small group of close friends, and keeping that spark alive, but not out there in public. Do not publish.
If you are willing to take even one small step, together we can create ripples that matter, without risk to life and limb, if you follow the One Rule: Do NOT Publish!
Keep it under wraps. Don’t tell anyone you don’t trust about any such protest songs, whether you wrote them, listened to them or thought of them but did nothing.
If you feel like sharing them, do it in a pass worded meeting on zoom.
Why not give it a try? Find your outlet, whatever it is, and let it be your way of making a difference—and finding a little personal peace along the way. You’ll be surprised how good it feels to take action without publication and publicity.
How the Protest Songbook Remedy Works
The Protest Songbook offers a safe and creative outlet for expressing frustrations and fears without risking exposure to the wider world. Here’s how it works:
- Private Creativity:
Use the Songbook to arrange and perform songs in your own style. It’s your voice, your feelings—translated into music that resonates personally with you and your small circle. You can use the “folk style” songs in the songbook, just give credit. - Safe Sharing:
Share these songs in private settings, like Zoom meetings with trusted friends. These intimate spaces let you release your emotions and connect with others without fear of reprisal or judgment. Make sure you use a pass word for the meeting, and guard the password carefully. - Stress Relief Through Expression:
Playing these songs for your close friends lets you channel your frustrations constructively, turning anxiety and fear into music that soothes and strengthens, and if your songs are also funny, you’ll get a lot of reinforcement. - Building Community:
Within these small circles, you’ll find mutual support and understanding, creating bonds that help counteract the sense of isolation and helplessness often felt in turbulent times, but keep it secret and keep it safe. - Remaining Under the Radar:
By keeping performances private, only within a trusted group, you avoid exposure to the risks of mob violence or backlash. It’s about expressing yourself while maintaining personal and family safety.
This Official Gorby Remedy turns frustration into art, fear into connection, and isolation into solidarity—all while staying completely off the radar. It’s creativity as both a shield and a salve.
I’m transforming my entire Protest Songbook into an as-if stage production in the style of a Broadway musical. It’s a song-driven experience—no dialogue, just the raw power of music carrying the narrative and emotions. Each song becomes a scene, expressing the frustrations, fears, and hopes of our times, all presented with the drama and flair of musical theater.
This project is not about public performance; it’s a creative journey meant to stay within a small, trusted circle. Through this approach, I aim to channel emotion, provide a safe outlet for expression, and reimagine the Protest Songbook as an inspiring, larger-than-life production that resonates deeply—even if it’s just for friends on Zoom. 🎭🎶✨
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Title: “Whispers in the Dark”
[Verse 1]
In the quiet of my room, I paint my truth in hues,
Each stroke a silent scream, each note a guarded muse.
The canvas holds my fears, the melody my plight,
Creating in the shadows, away from glaring light.
[Chorus]
Whispers in the dark, my heart’s clandestine art,
Afraid to share the spark, yet yearning to impart.
In a world that watches close, with eyes that often judge,
I hide my voice within, beneath the fearful drudge.
[Verse 2]
The pen becomes my sword, the words my secret shield,
Against the unseen hordes, whose scorn has yet to yield.
I dance between the lines, of courage and of fear,
Hoping that my songs, someday, someone will hear.
[Chorus]
Whispers in the dark, my heart’s clandestine art,
Afraid to share the spark, yet yearning to impart.
In a world that watches close, with eyes that often judge,
I hide my voice within, beneath the fearful drudge.
[Bridge]
But what is art if not revealed, a light beneath a veil?
A story left untold, a ship that will not sail.
So muster strength, unveil the night, let creativity ignite,
For even in the face of fear, the truth must see the light.
[Chorus]
Whispers in the dark, now shouted from the heart,
No longer hiding spark, embracing every part.
In a world that watches close, let them judge as they may,
I’ll share my voice within, and let the music play.
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See You At The Top!!!
gorby