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Originally a traditional folk song, Lily Of The West, Zonn updated the lyrics in 2019 to reflect contemporary issues vis-a-vis Refugees and Immigrants. The music was arranged by John Zonn.

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When first I came to En-ger-land,
My refuge for to seek,
I was given a sanctuary,
Cos I could hardly speak,
They said that I was welcome here,
I was treated like a guest,
The invitation showed to me,
The spirit of The West.

I heard that it is customary,
For those who lend a hand,
To get the thanks, from immigrants,
For lending out their land,
I’ve said that I am grateful,
I shall give what I’m behest,
And I’ve been told, this does uphold,
The spirit of The West.

So I slave away, for little pay,
As a prisoner in chains,
While those in charge can make it large
And id-le people act like drains,
But no-one seems unhappy here,
And if they are, they could protest,
To a distant shore we sail aboard,
The spirit of… the spirit of… the spirit of… The W-e-e-e-e-st.

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from Songs Of Truth And Freedom (26min album), released June 22, 2022
Lyrics by John Zonn, based on the traditional folk song, Lily Of The West. Music arranged by John Zonn.

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John Zonn Lewes, UK

For free-thinkers everywhere, John Zonn creates songs and music inspired by the environment and people around him, including through actual life experiences.

The latest album - Songs Of Truth And Freedom - explores the music of protest.

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