"The eastern world, it was exploding. Violence flaring and bullets loading. You're old enough to kill, but not for voting."
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About Barry McGuire
Barry McGuire is an American singer-songwriter known for his solo hit 'Eve of Destruction' which became a protest anthem during the 1960s. Born in 1935 in Oklahoma, McGuire started his music career as a member of the folk group The New Christy Minstrels before releasing his solo debut album. He later transitioned to Christian music, recording inspirational and gospel albums.
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"Don't you understand what I'm tryin' to say? And can't you feel the fears I'm feelin' today?"
"You're old enough to kill, but not for votin'."
"And you tell me over and over and over again, my friend, Ah, you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction."
"Think about all the hate there is in Red China. Then take a look around to Selma, Alabama."