A Well Respected Man

Who it's for

The Kinks' witty satire of a proper man living by routine and respectability pokes fun at conformity.

Feelings it meets

• Social Conformity
• Feeling Stuck
• Class

What it is

"A Well Respected Man" is a 1965 song written by Ray Davies of the Kinks that satirizes the British upper and middle classes; it was the first of Davies's songs to address class directly. It was inspired by a stay at a luxury resort where wealthy guests tried to draw him into a game of golf.

Where to find it

All major streaming services.

Before you start

Age: All ages

For nonconformity the world whips you with its displeasure.Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essays: First Series, “Self-Reliance”