# What skill can you perform better than 99 random people? Please read OP for specifics before answering

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I can write a song parody on a specific topic better than 99 others.

I did so this morning, using “Lonely Goat” from “The Sound of Music” to parody our current US Administration. Tore through 2 verses, posted it, moved on.

I grew up on MAD Magazine parodies. Both parents worked with words. It’s in my blood.

I cannot monetize this skill because MAD Magazine ain’t what it was. In fact, it ain’t.

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