The Games

You may have seen the ads about Steven Bradbury, promoting the Winter Olympics.  Our first gold medal winner, winning in the great Australian way by bludging at the back.

Here's an exchange between him and my friend Julian that's a lot better than those promos.

Hey Steven,

My band wrote a song about you called "Believe in Steve". It's a humorous number all about how you are always the last man left standing and win everything - the medals, the girls, etc.

I hope you enjoy and I'd like to let you know how much of an inspiration you are to everyone!

All the best,

-Julian


Believe in Steve

Saturday night and I was out with the crew
Ran into Steven Bradbury after he’d had a few
Was shocked to hear him say
“Tequila shots for everyone”

Little did I know
That the night had just begun
Next thing I remember is waking in a pile of spew

You can find him anywhere that the beer is cold
Often seen in the pokies room playing “Where’s the Gold?”
Had a hottie, knew that she was interested
Got too wasted, she went home with Steve instead
No-one can match the amount of booze this bloke holds

Steven Bradbury
Is not a Cadbury
When others fall over he will stay standing
He’ll keep buying rounds
Until you hit the ground
And you’ll wake just to realise your wallet can’t be found
Your clothes are wrecked, your girlfriend’s left
And Steve Bradbury is kickin it on in town

Despite the fame he remains humble and nice
Thought I was funny when I said he was skating on thin ice
Here’s to Steven
A true Australian hero
Here’s to your future
On every fuckn TV show
Maintaining your feet will always be sound advice

Steven Bradbury
I think he's rad-bury
When others fall over he will stay standing
He’ll keep buying rounds
Until you hit the ground
And you’ll wake just to realise your wallet can’t be found
Your clothes are wrecked, your girlfriend’s left
And Steve Bradbury is kickin it on in town

Julian

After reading the lyrics I was not expecting much from the song. But I was pleasantly surprised when i played it. You are right it is pretty funny.

Some things you might want to know about me:

Probably the only alcohol I won’t drink is Tequila. I hate it.
I don’t like pokies either.
I can drink a reasonable amount of piss but once ive had one too many im a complete write off.
Despite the fame I am the same.

Glad you drew some inspiration from me and i wish you every success with your band. What is the name of your band ?

Steven Bradbury OAM
Australia's 1st Winter Olympic Gold Medalist

www.stevenbradbury.com

Motivational Speaker
MC