Mystery Man

Album: Illuminations (1996)
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  • This song was written by Wishbone Ash guitarist Roger Filgate. Guitarist Andy Powell said: "The song explores the outsider in society," like the alienation of Vietnam veterans and others who feel they were betrayed by the government. "They are the 'mystery men.'" >>>
    Suggestion credit:
    Alexander - London, England

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