Inauguration day
Walkabouts · Other Songs - Walkabouts
In the mud of Inauguration day
They say it's one in fifty years
That storm, that blew my dog away
And they say the road has been washed out
From Rockport to Concrete
And all the trees are falling down
And now, heaven's at my feet
My wishes do my beggin' for me
And like a beggar they do [learn / laugh]
Frozen fingers touch my face
They tie a blindfold 'round my eyes
And I'm stuck at this roadblock
Chasing fog and smoke
I guess the price of doing thhat was just
Another killing joke
Wash me down
Wash me down
Sing for me now
Sing for me now
Wash me from the hillside
And wash me from the dirt
Wash me from your worldly claims
And wash me, wash me from your hurt
'Cause I'm up to my neck
In the mud of Inauguration day
About Inauguration day
Walkabouts' "Inauguration Day" stands as a defining track from their early electro-industrial era, capturing the frenetic energy and dystopian atmosphere characteristic of their 1990s output. Released alongside other seminal works like "Nightdrive" and "Medicine Hat," the song exemplifies the band's signature blend of driving synthesizers, mechanical rhythms, and vocal delivery that pushed the boundaries of industrial music. As a key component of their discography, "Inauguration Day" reflects the genre's fascination with urban decay and political tension, resonating deeply with fans of the scene who valued its raw, unpolished aesthetic. The recording serves as a testament to the band's ability to craft immersive soundscapes that remain influential in the broader context of alternative and electronic music history.