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slowlyun OP t1_jeexmwr wrote

From your Link i only see people call him 'anti-semitic'. I see no examples or evidence why he should be so.

You got any such examples, evidence or quotes?

I hope you don't think that: 'criticism of Israeli-government policy = anti-semitism' - that would be quite a fascistic character-assassination.

Have a look at the definition of 'anti-semitism', then have a look at Roger's quotes. You'll see that there's no relation.

Calling critics of the Isreali government 'anti-semitic' is like calling critics of African governments 'racist'.

Not really helpful, is it? Historical fascist regimes used similar tactics to shut down debate. And anyone familiar with Roger's lyrics over the years is that if he's to be labelled anything with accuracy, it's 'anti-fascist'.

Hopefully with that cleared up, you can offer an on-topic opinion on the thread subject?

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MightyMCY t1_jeex9tx wrote

In this Moment - Into the Light

Cold - A Different Kind of Pain

Sister Hazel - Champagne High

Lonely the Brave - Your Heavy Heart

Alien Ant Farm - Homage (as a music lover that grew up with music as a huge part of his life this one hits deep)

Marshall Tucker Band - Can't You See (because it's my favorite song on earth)

Tonic - Mountain

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I could do this all day, but I won't, because I have to act like I care at work on a Friday.

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deutschdachs t1_jeex5v7 wrote

No Man's Land by Eric Bogle
And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda by Eric Bogle
White Squall by Stan Rogers

Basically folk songs about young people whose futures/lives were ripped away from them by catastrophic events

More well known songs:
New Slang by the Shins
Mad World by Gary Jules
Hurt by Nine Inch Nails/Johnny Cash cover
Cats in the Cradle by Harry Chapin
Boats and Birds by Gregory and the Hawk

If you've ever broken up with someone you loved then Eventually & List of People by Tame Impala

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Economy_Ear_3357 OP t1_jeewoqw wrote

Thank you guys so much for sharing. It feels weird to experience how so many of you guys experience sadness too, all so different. I dunno, not all of them are my thing, but it feels good to share it, instead of just listening alone in the dark.

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[deleted] t1_jeewfsi wrote

I don't know who the song is about, but it's beautifully written and flows really well.

He's an artist from Seattle and on tour now. I missed his last show, but I'm looking forward to seeing him at the end of April. Should be very chill.

My other favorite song by him is "Best Dress". I think many of us can relate.

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