Les McCann for his 1966 album Les McCann Plays the Hits .
Addresses the gap between the myth of equality and the reality of poverty. Compared to What
The repeating chorus questions the authenticity of American life ("Tryin' to make it real compared to what"). 4. Legacy and Cultural Impact Les McCann for his 1966 album Les McCann Plays the Hits
Critiques the Vietnam War with lines like "The president, he's got his war / Folks don't know just what it's for". Compared to What