Ballad of the Queen Berets - Lyrics - Capitol Steps

The Capitol Steps are an American political satire group. The group has been performing since 1981, and has released approximately thirty albums consisting primarily of song parodies. Originally consisting exclusively of congressional staffers performing around Washington, D.C., the troupe now primarily employs professional actors and singers. The Capitol Steps have performed on PBS, public radio and in various small- and medium-sized venues around the United States.

Major: Good evening, maggots. As you may be aware, a federal judge has recently overturned the don’t ask, don’t tell policy, potentially paving the way for gays to serve openly in the military. So I am here tonight to remind some of you good old boys that discrimination against gay soldiers will no longer be tolerated! Because we in the military have always believed in protecting our privates. First recruit, fall in! Soldier 1: Fighting in, Afghanistan Fearless men, all buff and tan They could kick, your butt today Soldier 2: We’re the men, of the queen beret Soldier 1: Brave young men, now in our ranks Decorate and paint their tanks Soldier 2: Join the Navy, there’s no way Can’t wear white, past Labor Day Soldier 1: Women now, have heard the news New recruits, get sensible shoes Lesbians, with guns take aim Soldier 3: Melissa Etheridge is our name Soliders: From Iraq, to Kyber Pass Soldier 2: You can bet, I’ll watch your *** Soldiers: The enemy now runs away Soldier 2: Our battle cry’s YMCA Soldiers: We are fierce in battle too Soldier 3: Just like Rosie on The View Soldiers: For a slogan, we will say Solider 2: We’re behind you all the way Soldiers: Men and women round the globe Battling not just homophobes Fight and die for the USA Soldier 1: Where they can’t wed Soldiers: Just ‘cause we’re gay Jazz hands!