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Ego Is Not a Dirty Word (song)

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Ego is Not a Dirty Word is a 1975 song by Australian band Skyhooks. Released as a single from the album of the same name, it was a top 10 hit in Australia.[1] The lyrics of the song discuss - inter alia - the egos of Jesus and Richard Nixon.[2] The song has been described as a "Skyhooks classic... with a strong beat and annoying tune."[3]

References

  1. ^ Scott, Phil (15 June 1975). "Glitter Scene - Chapin's tour is called off". The Sydney Morning Herald. Fairfax Media. Retrieved 6 September 2014.
  2. ^ "Sounds of the times". The Milwaukee Journal. Journal Communications. 7 January 1976. Retrieved 6 September 2014.
  3. ^ Judith Sloan (27 December 2010). "Profit is not a dirty word when it generates economic growth and raises living standards". The Australian. News Corp Australia. Retrieved 6 September 2014.