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Originally Posted by Perchman
In practicing for an upcoming gig, I was rehearsing Rebels and really thought about the last verse, singing about "blue bellied devils". I've played this song a hundred times and never been concerned. Was I insensitive before? Do I stop playing it? Too political a topic?? Sorry in advance if this is crossing any forum lines.
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This would depend who you are performing for, I think. I'm a U.S. southerner deeply disturbed by the division in our country right now. Whether you are singing to a "rebel" audience who might welcome the sentiment or you're singing to the "blue bellied devils" who might be offended, either way, in the U.S., I would not perform this song right now because it would stir feelings that people probably want to escape from for a few hours if they've gone out to listen to music. I know I would. Feelings that were once innocuous are a bit raw today.