| This is my land, my special place.
To live elsewhere I couldn't face. I've travelled east, I've travelled west, Australia! you're the very best. An island in a rugged sea, An independent entity. We have a very special pride, A culture that cannot be denied. The dollar has replaced the quid, But that's not all this action did. Yankee tendrils showed their reach, And changed the substance of our speech. It angers me that some would seek, To change our language so unique. I remember chips and pies, But now it seems our chips are fries. Pancakes too have changed their name, They're hot cakes now but taste the same. The weight of advertising force Puts "Ketchup" for tomato sauce. The culture of the U.S.A. Is more than likely here to stay. The yanks have taught us how to sue, Bring hype to everything we do. Basket ball is just a stunt, A silly cap worn back to front. Aussie league for you and me, Was stolen thanks to pay T.V. America must show the rest That based on price, then they're the best. Fair Dinkum it is time to balk, When they teach us how to bloody talk. |
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