JOHN CROTHERS, AUSTRALIA – NEW SONG…
The song is called “Rows and Rows of Men.” The title probably says it all. It’s had 1,600+ views since last Friday so it’s obviously striking a nerve.
Here’s the link, plus another song…
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JOHN CROTHERS, AUSTRALIA – NEW SONG…
John had another ‘hit’ last year :”You know, we know it’s wrong”
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0OHKrCirk6k