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If I could live my life at sea
I’d spend my days in mutiny
Rising up when ‘ere I pleased
No land or lord could hinder me
as I make way across the seas
free from tyranny and toil
I’d cast away both church and crown
I’d let their lies and finery drown
the thieves have cost this world its peace
The ways of men are wearisome
Too many heed the pipe and drum
and war on for the rich and royal
Away, away, away she goes
away, away far from these woes
the crowded quay slips from view
the sooty sky slowly clears to blue
I search for treasures buried deep
beneath the waves of restless sleep
I plunder every hope I find
And when my spirit fills with ease
I’ll know I’ve won my liberty
If I could live my life at sea
Away, away, away she goes
away, away far from these woes
A salty mist fills the wind
the ocean’s edge stretches wide ahead
Away, away, away she goes
away, away far from these woes
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stunning song. the music and lyrics meld perfectly creating a sad, longing, beautiful song. great job!
— Terena
Great song really emotive.
— Phil lesh
The Maggies Are Mad!
— Nichelle
Brilliant use of nautical language to evoke the mindset of a sailor!
— David
You can hear the fog horn at the beginning of the song and that sets the tone. This is a beautiful piece. Love the mix of accordion, whistle and sax.
— Weewoo
Sweet and moving song
— The Moron