The One on the Right Is on the Left
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Content
The song is a humorous criticism of musicians that put their political views into their music. It tells the story of a folk song group that is "long on musical ability", but ultimately breaks up due to political differences. At the end of the song, a warning is given not to mix politics with one's music.
The punch line to the joke is that "the guy in the rear", is less easily labeled: he is a Methodist and he burned his driver's license (rather than his draft card), etc. Indeed, the song closes by stating that he got drafted.
Track listings
Chart performance
Template:SinglechartTemplate:Singlechart| Chart (1966) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canadian RPM Top Singles | 35 |
Cover versions
Noel Harrison sang the song on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour on June 11, 1967.[1] They ended the song by pointing out they had no "guy in the rear" and walked off.[2]
References
External links
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