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Musically, ''King of America'' finds MacManus closer in style to ''My Aim is True'' than his last few efforts. But unlike ''Aim'', the new LP avoids the violent diatribes and opts for a more reflective introspection. In fact, much of it is confessional. | Musically, ''King of America'' finds MacManus closer in style to ''My Aim is True'' than his last few efforts. But unlike ''Aim'', the new LP avoids the violent diatribes and opts for a more reflective introspection. In fact, much of it is confessional. | ||
"Brilliant Mistake," one of the strongest tracks, offers the following: ''"He thought he was King of America... I was a fine idea at the time / Now I'm a brilliant mistake | "Brilliant Mistake," one of the strongest tracks, offers the following: ''"He thought he was King of America... I was a fine idea at the time / Now I'm a brilliant mistake."'' "Indoor Fireworks" painfully refers to MacManus' recent divorce. "American Without Tears" could be about a jilted lover back home. And the cover of the Animals' "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" speaks for itself. | ||
Declan Patrick Aloysius MacManus may never find his true musical style, but ''King of America'' offers a real glimpse behind his posturing as whatshisname. | Declan Patrick Aloysius MacManus may never find his true musical style, but ''King of America'' offers a real glimpse behind his posturing as whatshisname. |
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