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T-A-R-I-F-F-S
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Lyrics: Robert Baitinger
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Robert Baitinger, a songwriter from Germany
For songwriters who dont sing or perform it is extremely hard to make ones mark in the music business because they dont have a platform to present and promote their work. This is more or less the situation that I, Robert Baitinger, a songwriter from Germany, have been confronted with since I started writing songs in 1978. My idea is to complement my songwriting capabilities with the "helping hands" of excellent artists, musicians and innovative producers. In the age of the internet it has become easier to communicate and collaborate with musicians and producers all over the world. I am utilizing the internet and pursuing the idea of a conceptual studio band with a frequently changing lineup of artists. I call this project the "Rob B. Project" since I supply the melodies and/or lyrics of a song and other musicians/producers/songwriters contribute their talents and skills to make it come to life.
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Country • Country-Rock
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Lyrics: Robert Baitinger Music: Suno V5
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October 16, 2025
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MP3 6.7 MB • 320 kbps • 2:56
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WAV 32.3 MB
Lyrics
T-A-R-I-F-F-S [Verse] Well the man on TV said "We're makin China pay!" But every time I buy a toaster, I'm the one who pays that way He calls it's tough talk, Americas roar But I'm just payin' more at the hardware store It's like slappin' my own face, yellin, "That'll teach Beijing!" Then wondering why my wallet's got that stingin' sting [Chorus] T-A-R-I-F-F-S! We're winnin the trade war, makin' a mess! Charge yourself more and still feel blessed That's T-A-R-I-F-F-S! Nothin' says America First, like payin' extra for your own stuff Oh, T-A-R-I-F-F-S, ain't that tough love enough? [Break] [Verse 2] They said, "Tariffs bring the jobs back home!" But factories need parts from Rome to Nome So they pay more too, then raise the price Now we're all broke - but hey, that's nice! It's like fixin' a leaky roof with gasoline No more drips, just a fire that's clean! [Chorus] T-A-R-I-F-F-S! We're winnin the trade war, makin' a mess! Charge yourself more and still feel blessed That's T-A-R-I-F-F-S! Nothin' says America First, like payin' extra for your own stuff Oh, T-A-R-I-F-F-S Ain't that tough love enough? [Bridge] Now farmers thought they'd cash in too Till China slapped em right back, déjà vu Soybeans sittin' lonely in a Midwestern shed Like Bud Light at a biker rally - better left unsaid When the check comes due, you know who pays? The red, white, and blue at the mall these days! [Interlude] [Final chorus] T-A-R-I-F-F-S! We're winnin the trade war, makin' a mess! Charge yourself more and still feel blessed That's T-A-R-I-F-F-S! Nothin' says America First, like payin' extra for your own stuff Oh, T-A-R-I-F-F-S Ain't that tough love enough? [Outro] A tariff's a tax on every dreamer's cart Duct-tape economics with a gaga MAGA heart You can call it tough, you can call it grand But you're just payin' more to shake your own hand T-A-R-I-F-F-S! The F stands for "Finally broke", I guess
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