2025 Competition Lyrics Entry:
The Battle by George Ferrie
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Lyrics
From a far away land there came news of a battle
Young men were dying at the fore of the fight
They fought brave and true with their sense of conviction
And in deaths early grasp they hoped they were right
And they all stood together as one
They all stood together as one
As the night closed its door to the cry of the wounded
Darkness had triumphed in its battle with light
But they were aware that their war was not over
It was only a respite in the cycle of life
And they all stood together as one
They all stood together as one
On two separate shores two mothers were crying
For the sons they had nurtured were both in the fray
No they didn’t care for the glory of winning
They prayed to their gods, that their sons would be saved
And they all stood together as one
And they all died together as one
So let no man say, that they’ve won the day
What will we leave when we’re done
What will we leave to our sons.
Young men were dying at the fore of the fight
They fought brave and true with their sense of conviction
And in deaths early grasp they hoped they were right
And they all stood together as one
They all stood together as one
As the night closed its door to the cry of the wounded
Darkness had triumphed in its battle with light
But they were aware that their war was not over
It was only a respite in the cycle of life
And they all stood together as one
They all stood together as one
On two separate shores two mothers were crying
For the sons they had nurtured were both in the fray
No they didn’t care for the glory of winning
They prayed to their gods, that their sons would be saved
And they all stood together as one
And they all died together as one
So let no man say, that they’ve won the day
What will we leave when we’re done
What will we leave to our sons.
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Bio
George Ferrie is known for his musical compositions and heartfelt lyrics. Hailing from Glasgow Scotland, George has always had a passion for music and a drive to make his mark in the industry. With a unique blend of pop and soul influences, George’s music resonates with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
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Lyrics Competition Results
Emotional Impact:
15/ 20
Technical Skill:
13/ 20
Memorability:
15/ 20
Storytelling:
17/ 20
Imagery:
12/ 20
Total Score:
72/ 100
Comments:
The part about the mothers was so moving, and the idea of the mothers standing together as one just as the soldiers did put a whole new angle on the song.
Great imagery, especially night closing its doors.
Great imagery, especially night closing its doors.
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