The song contains a highly controversial racial slur in the second verse: "Only takes one itchy trigger / One more widow, one less [slur]."
Mentions "Checkpoints," "Hong Kong," and "Palestine" to show the reach of British imperialism. Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Oliver's Army
Refers to Oliver Cromwell , the 17th-century English leader who led a brutal conquest of Ireland. The song contains a highly controversial racial slur
It transformed Costello from a "pub rock" figure into a mainstream pop star. ⚠️ Controversy one less [slur]." Mentions "Checkpoints