CALLOUS MAN - A Parody of Piano Man | David Cohen & Don Caron
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Parody of Piano Man by Billy Joel - Lyrics provided by David Cohen - Performance by Don Caron | Executive Producers Don Caron and Jerry Pender
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LYRICS
by David Cohen
It's nine o'clock at his hideaway
The burgers and fries are flown in
There's a con man pacing nervously
Watching Fox and re-tweeting their spin
He says, "Sean can you air some chicanery?”
“I’m not really sure of the prose.”
“Then I'll send out some tweets, to help gin up the heat,”
“Before I am forced to depose.”
La, la-la, did-e-da
La-la did-e-da-da dumb
He strings them along, he's a callous man
Strings them along for spite
'Cause, they're all in the mood for debauchery
And he gets them amped up to fight
His lawyers by far are caught in a bind
They give him advice for a fee
And they're quick with a poke, or to send up some smoke
For paychecks that they'll never see
He says, “Hey, I believe they'll be grilling me"
As he pleads for more help from his base
"Well I'm sure that I could be a Russian Czar”
“If the Feds would get out of my face"
Oh, la, la-la, did-e-da
La-la did-e-da da dumb
Now he thinks he's a bona-fide populist
Who seems to have split from his wife
And he's hiding like crazy, some loans that are hazy
We hope that he gets ten to life
And his minions are practicing dirty tricks
As most if not all have been cloned
Yes, they're sharing concerns for their "Holiness"
And are scared to just stand on their own
Strings them along, he's a callous man
Strings them along for spite
'Cause, they're all in the mood for debauchery
And he gets them amped up to fight
It's a pretty sparse crowd for a Saturday
As he spews out more hatred that's vile
'Cause he knows those who came all want someone to blame
So he picks a new group to defile
And his words, they all stick like a barnacle
As his pulpit is used to spread fear
Yet they stand by this fraud with a view that is flawed
And say, “Man, we're so glad you are here.”
Oh, la, la-la, did-e-da
La-la did-e-da da dumb
Strings them along, he's a callous man
Strings them along for spite
'Cause, they're all in the mood for debauchery
And he gets them amped up to fight
ABOUT THE ORIGINAL SONG
"Piano Man" is a song written and performed by American singer-songwriter Billy Joel. As his first single in North America, it was included on Joel's 1973 album of the same name and later released as a single on November 2, 1973. The song is sung from Joel's point of view as a piano player at a bar, reminiscing about his experiences there and the people he encountered. "Piano Man" is based on Joel's real-life experiences as a lounge musician in Los Angeles from 1972 to 1973, which he had decided to pursue in an effort to escape his contracted New York City-based record company at the time, Family Productions, following the poor commercial performance of the album Cold Spring Harbor. Joel describes various characters, including a bartender named John and a "real estate novelist" named Paul, all based on real-life individuals.
Joel's first major hit and his signature song, "Piano Man" peaked at #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in April 1974. Following Joel's breakthrough as a popular musician with the release of The Stranger, it became one of his most well-known songs. It is now a highlight of Joel's live shows, where he usually encourages the audience to sing the chorus. In 2015, the Library of Congress selected "Piano Man" for preservation in the National Recording Registry for its "cultural, historic, or artistic significance".
Congratulations to David Cohen for the lyrics.
And Don Caron's performance is outstanding.
Philip, THANK YOU!
Very good Callous Man. Here's something in the same vein:
Kiss The Orange Goodbye
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A long, long, time ago
I can still remember when the Donald used to make me cry.
And I knew if I had my way, that he would soon be locked away
To suffer and eventually ... die.
Election season made me shiver
Donald had to weep and quiver
Bad news at the polling
Would stop his campaign rolling
As presidential hopes were bashed
His tears upon the ground he splashed
In agony his teeth he gnashed
The day his hopes were dashed
AND WE WERE SINGING...
Bye, Bye, kiss the Orange goodbye
His supporters really taught us he's a horrible guy
And his followers won't look you right in the eye
They're in league with the FBI
Lovely 💕
Thanks u
I've always loved the ORIGANAL...And this is a Phenomenal Appropriate Rendition for today's Political Malfeasance perpetrated on the American people... Thank You for sharing your INCOMPARABLE talent GETTING the TRUTH ACROSS....
epic version of a classic old son!
Excellent ! So well done sir thank you from Stjohn Virgin Islands
THIS guy IS a TRUE GENIUS!
I'm loving all of these songs! Really well done, I'm sharing these. Thank you!!
What a cleverly done parody. It very aptly describes the situation with Trump.
Brilliant!
Do you ever accept lyrics from YOUR minions?
haha, yes
Once more, a home run; Don, your performances are up there with Mark Russell ( this is a definite compliment). Kudos and props to all involved.
And up there with Tom Russell.
Gorgeous song, brilliant adaptation!
From our side of the world we really don't understand why he's still not in jail.
He may never actually go to jail. How can the Secret Service protect him there. But if we can prevent him from ever holding office again, we have a win. If he has to declare bankruptcy, even better.
@@froglady7491 - Guantanamo. His family could also be incarcerated there - we are a compassionate people. Melania can join them, too. What a crappy assignment for the Secret Service. Maybe send the guys who support IQ45. Let their families come, too, and send home-schooling materials from a liberal state.
@@melissalittle4369
Alcatraz is empty, and they just recently stopped doing public tours. Enough room for everyone. Let them roam free. Where are they gonna go? 😂😂😂
@@Washougalite1 - 🤣🤣🤣 - And wouldn’t they love being (sort of) San Franciscans! Maybe Gavin Newsom and Nancy Pelosi can visit them in prison, or just wave from the mainland.
You all have great ideas, but I don’t think I would support Melanie going, unless she wants to. Seems like isolation would be good for him.
D. Cohen's lyrics convey poetic beauty full of expression. D. Caron executes a pristine and grandiose voice, with a beautiful tone, great diction, volume, timbre, and does a magnificent performance.
Helena, thank you so much for your comments. I particularly agree with your take about Don's voice. It always has a smooth and soothing quality that help make the parodies he does so easy and fun to listen to.
'Tis true, 'tis very, very true. Superb, as always, Don. Thank you. ❤
Thank you for taking the time to expose the crime and not even asking for a dime.🎉🎉🎉
This is absolutely sublime Don…and David, it sits among your best. Viciously sharp and pointed…and delivered with a gentle tune. Bravo!🖤🇨🇦
Tamarra, THANK YOU for the kind words. Very much appreciated.
@@davidcohen1044 You are most welcome, your collaborations with Don are brilliant…satire at its best. Wishing you much success.🖤🇨🇦
To the point but always decent 😊
🌿 I no longer can watch your vids, Don, without tears. I hear your voice & I'm immediately verklempt. Your lyrics assure me that you see & as the adult in the room, get it & stand for America. Don, I dont know why but you heal me. Blessings Music Man.
Thank you for the beautiful message.
@@ParodyProject 💋Impossible to thank one who gently comforts, affirms, & strengthens strangers. I am so grateful. Blessings to you, dear friend 🎈🇺🇸🎈
Thank you for the comfort these bring!. You are amazing
Brilliant as usual! Can you take Roger & Hammerstein's classic " The Mikado " ? I think a parody would be perfect ! My apologies if it's already been done .
Lord, I'm going to sleep well after that. Big smile on my face.
Lovely!
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There have been great songwriting duos throughout the ages; Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lennon & McCartney, Simon & Garfunkel... "Cohen and Caron" are carrying on great musical tradition!
💕😍♩♪♩♬ ♬♩♪♩
Beautiful parody of a beautiful original. Don Caron's singing both baritone and tenor was great.
This is perfection in defining the "call and response" of our next 18 months or more from these impotentates & their wastrels.
Without naming any names , he gets his point across.
He is right on the Money
❤️🌎🕊…
The poor brainwashed man.
I love is so we’ll done; this is a genius lyrics ; we Al get the messages without names, the evidence’s are so clear.
The Amazing piano and the lyrics doesn’t divided us an American 🇺🇸 only makes us to reflect in that importance that hate and divisions is not the pathway to rebuild the DEMOCRACY IN THIS WONDER COUNTY TO STAND FOR FREEDOM A DEMOCRACY TO LEAD THE WORL❤
He sure does!!
CNN oughta put this on for 90 minutes.
Brilliant as ALWAYS! I adore Parody Project. Incredibly brilliant troubadours.
Wonderful lyrics, thank you so much.🥰
He did get his point across....Bravo!
Greetings from Hamburg Germany
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BRILLIANT! Up until this moment the day has been crappy. You just turned this around. Thanks!
"La-la did-e-da-da dumb" LOL
George, thanks for noticing the "b"
Everything you do is brilliant but this.. this is STELLAR! ❤❤❤❤
AMEN !
Thank you Don, excellent, as always. And the same to David for unbeatable lyrics. Your cooperation with him is so fruitful.
Hanna, THANK YOU! Your kind words are very much appreciated.
Ultra talent on full display❤❤❤ Always spot on about what we are enduring. Vote blue everyone 🗳️🗳️🗳️🗳️🗳️🗳️💙💙💙🎉🎉🎉Thank you!
Brilliant and cover as usual. Never stop. These parody’s are a highlight for me. Thank you Don
Thoughtful, provocative, and as always, on point!
Again and again, I really enjoy listening! Thanks for expressing the feelings that so many of us have.
"We hope he gets 10 to life" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 At least 10 to life, LOCK HIM UP! KICK HIM UP!!!
Might even inspire Billy Joel to write something new! Thanks 💕🎶
Yet another great rendition of superb lyrics to a familar song. You guys are impressive and so on point! 👏👏
I never tire of listening to your great songs !! Thank you again !!
Encore! Please do this again and again!
Thank you so much for this!
Not too subtle and just wonderful. ❤️❤️
perfect song! beautiful singing voice! amen!!
This video is a great beginning of any day.
2.2K views at 362 likes? Really? What are you scared of?
I don't know if lyrics choose the song, or if the song chooses the lyrics, but this marriage was fantastic.
THANK YOU! Your comment is very much appreciated.
@@davidcohen1044 My pleasure
My new favorite! :-*
Love Piano Man as well as your parody. You NEVER disappoint. BRAVO❤👏👏👏👏👏
You're the man Don brilliant job.
Do a song about all the $h00tings we've had
Such a great musical lyrics and composition, "The Con Man"! Bravo! More talented people coming out, thanks Lil Donnie!
Awesome lyrics as per usual! I sure Billy Joel appreciates this "upgrade" of one of his first songs! ;)
One word - brilliant. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Good on! Thanks!
Where’s the Grammy Awards committee? Winner winner Big Mac dinner 🍟🍔🥤🏆
Thanks!
I guarantee this song will be in our history books someday when the story is finally told about the man who changed the world , (and not in a good way.)
This one is a home run hit out of the park. This is one of your very best & you hit all the right points perfectly. Thank you so much. You give solace to our weary souls re Mr. Trumps endless blather about himself 24/7.
👉 B.R.I.L.L.I.A.N.T. !!! 😮 😊 😂
😂😂😂 I wasn't expecting this in the mix, but a big "ok 👍" from me!
This is low key brilliant! Well done.
this is no parody. It is straight facts, so accurately put to music. However it is wasted on the minions.
It’s Nine O’clock and the Ketchup covers the Walls 😂
Another homerun, thanks & congrats to everyone involved!
Just Too much! This is terrific!
Beautiful. Thank you🌺
Just bloody brilliant !! get the blimp !!
Outstanding, Thank you!
Beautifully handled, as usual. Your talent and skill with words is amazing.
Thank you for the captions 😁. I joyfully sing along. 😉
Best parody of Agent Orange thus far, for the rhyme proximations and ferociously funny & appropriate lyrics. 💖🎶💖🤣👍
I can only think that Billy Joel would be happy to add some of this to "We Didn't Start the Fire!" cause they're all ine mood for debauchery.
Congratulations 😂❤
ten to life would be very acceptable! Drain the swamp and jail Dirty Don (Trump) the Con
Trump is and always has been grade a "fill in blank". His decades of lying and lawlessness are finally catching up to him 😂😂
Don....You are a National Treasure. BRAVO!! and thank you...
Just perfect.
love it, wonderful as usual. callous man and conman. a scum bag for sure. and did you see barr the other day? turn coat, but clearly not enough, keep up the good work. great lyrics, as usual.
Great job. Excellent lyrics, David. A lot of cleverness in this song. I did smile at the 'b' in 'da da dumb'.
Thanks Joan, I really appreciate your words and also the fact that you noticed the "b" added to the end of dum.
This is so fantastic 🎉🎉😂
How in the hell did this fly under my radar for so long?! It’s funny, yet dead-on serious, and the fact that you name no names, yet pin You-Know-Who to the wall so bluntly speaks volumes about your talent and wit! Thanks, and keep them coming until our ribs fracture from laughter!
THANK YOU! Your kind words are very much appreciated.
Stunning piece of wordsmithing.
THANK YOU!
Why hasn't anyone noticed how much you look like Biden 😊, thanks for all the laughs Don, you are a very fun American, my family loves you!!!
Brilliant!😊💙💙💙💙💙💙
Excellent, great job!
Spot on as always , we love to see " President Turd " roasted on this side of the Atlantic as well .
❤ you are awesome! Ty
I admire and enjoy your genius. Thank you 😊
Oh you lovely learned lads, you've won this evening's prize, placing a smile upon my face, and giving my low mood a rise! In less than a dozen measures, I've set down my chips and ale, looked up to a familiar scene, and let my imagination sail . . .
Can you guys write a song of support for Biden and Harris 2024?
Not really our thing.
I liked the 'ten to life' part the best... ;)
💙👏Billy must be please 💙🔥
Once again a performance and the lyrics are well done! Thanks Don!
Great parody as always, but I'd like anything you sing, parody or not.
I’m emotional 😭. You mention Burgers 🍔 and fries 🍟 you forgot the ketchup. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😂😅🤣😂🤣😅🇺🇸🙏🗳️💙🇵🇷🇺🇸🙏🗳️💙🇺🇸🙏🗳️💙.
Let "AMERICA" (make itself again) by hearing the truth. Me encanta!!!!!!!! Bad thug hombrè.
Great lyrics!
One of my favorites 🥰
During my Son's visits he wanted me to listen a Rap Song. Said no thanks for it was vio4. His friend's tried to change.my mind?!? Till his one friend pointed out this song I listened to often. Isn't that just as violent as Rap?!? My Son Nevermind Him he's a Virgin and plays the Clarinet!?! 😅😂
Awesome Parody 👌
I hope he meets a big bald convict named Bubba, who chooses HIM for his girlfriend.
There's a horrific story I saw earlier today that occured in the Fulton County jail in Georgia. An inmate, who suffered from schizophrenia, literally died because of the bedbug infestation and filth in that hellhole. His family insisted that his death photo be shown and it's gruesome. The man was eaten alive by insects.
Although I wouldn't wish that suffering on anyone, I couldn't help but think of a different felon spending a little time in that cell, one who is likely to be on trial in Fulton Co. Just a few hours.
LaShawn Thompson, 35, was arrested for misdemeanor simple battery in Atlanta last summer, officials said, and taken to the Fulton County Jail where he was placed in the psychiatric wing after officials determined he was mentally ill. He should have been in a mental hospital, not jail.
Rape is never funny, or part of appropriate punishment. Please don’t post this kind of stuff; progressives have to be better than that.
Thank you, once again you made my day. Now that he is spewing more venom towards the R's that are backing away from kissing his ring, maybe a few less educationally challenged will drop out of his surfeit.
On point!