I'm A Conservative
Iggy Pop · Live In San Fran 1981 [2008]
In fact it was a bare existence
I passed out on many floors
I don't do that any more
Hello my friends
Is everybody happy?
Hey look me over
Lend me an ear
I'm a conservative
I like the small black marks on my hands
I'm a conservative
I like the crazy girls that I screw
Hey I know them all well
And when I run out of bread I laugh
All the way to the bank
Sometimes I pause for a drink
Conservatism ain't no easy job
I smile in the mornings
I live without a care
Nothing is denied me
And nothing ever hurts
I got bored so I'm making my millions
When you're conservative you get a better break
You're always on the rigltt side
When you're conservative
You walk with pride
Pride is on your side
Pride pride pride
Is on our side
Oh boy
Pride is on our side
I like my beer
I like my bread
I love my girl
I love my head
I'm in the clear man
I'm in the dear
Because I'm a conservative
I'm a conservative
I really am
Ohyeslam
And it would mean so much to me
If you would only be like me
Yes it could mean so much to me
Hey look me over
Lend me an ear
I'm a conservative
About I'm A Conservative
"I'm A Conservative" by Iggy Pop appears on the 2008 reissue of *Live In San Fran 1981*, capturing the raw energy of his performance style during that era. The track exemplifies Pop's signature blend of punk aggression and theatrical intensity, delivered with a voice that oscillates between manic shouting and melodic vulnerability. Recorded live, the song reflects the improvisational nature of his early work, where the boundary between songwriting and spontaneous expression often dissolved. As part of his broader discography, this recording highlights his role as a pioneer of punk rock and post-punk, influencing generations of artists who valued authenticity and emotional directness over polished production. The performance serves as a testament to his ability to channel complex social commentary into high-octane musical delivery, cementing his legacy as a provocative figure in rock history.