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Right of Return
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A song about the inalienable right of Palestinians in the diaspora to return to their homeland. Featuring Susanne Alt on saxophone.
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the taste of rock, the scent of jazz, and the feel of funk
This is the complete song collection of the music composed by the Palestinian surgeon and self-taught musician Doc Jazz. The songs here were mostly recorded and produced between 2001 and now, although a few of the songs date back to the late 80's and the early 90's. Normally, these songs are only available for listening, not for download. However, from time to time, songs will be on offer for FREE, sometimes even the whole collection - so check back frequently, add yourself to the or the so that you can stay informed about these offers! You can also INVALID -- Facebook Badge END -- Because of their reliance on a unique combination of politically critical lyrics and catchy beats and melodies, some of these songs managed to penetrate into mainstream Dutch media, most markedly the song 'Balken van Ellende' - a satirical song about the Dutch prime minister - which ended up being used in a news quiz on national television, where two questions were asked about the song (see videos). He also played all instruments and vocals on all songs, except on the album (produced by the African American producer Forrest Thomas) and on the Dutch song 'Doe Maar Multicultureel'. In these songs, Doc Jazz collaborated with prominent professionals from the Dutch jazz and fusion scene. His music can be found in a wide variety of styles ranging from piano ballads to funky music with a groove and with a taste of Doc Jazz's characteristic rock guitar solos (and on 'Front Door Key' the mesmerizing saxophone solos of Susanne Alt) - in three languages:. A Palestinian short shepherd's flute called the is also often featured in the songs. One last note: don't assume the music of Doc Jazz is only political! If you scroll through the vast collection of songs, you will find many songs about other subjects of love, and of life!
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Jazz • Jazz Fusion
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#1,871 today Peak #4
#425 in subgenre Peak #1
Author
Doc Jazz
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@ 2011 Doc Jazz
Uploaded
December 31, 2011
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MP3 10.2 MB • 320 kbps • 4:28
Story behind the song
A song about the inalienable right of Palestinians in the diaspora to return to their homeland. Featuring Susanne Alt on saxophone. Jawhara on background vocals. All other vocals and instruments by Doc Jazz.
Lyrics
You are like the olive tree Just like you were meant to be Though your roots dig deep into the land They were uprooted by a savage hand But the ties were forged through centuries A bond so strong and fixed in history You are the land and the land is you A solid unity they never can undo Cherish your leaves, let your branches bear your fruits All you need to do is protect and feed your roots The old will die, but the young will learn The road is long and it will twist and turn But when you know your destiny You know where you need to be And we always will believe It's our Right to Return - Black on white they wrote that vow But to act on it was not allowed Empty words like a carrot on a stick Ink is fading as the clock goes on to tick Dispossession and racial oppression Every psycho form of Zionist aggression Was condoned by that very same force Though they say our rights are still endorsed We don't need your words, they're just empty talk Why don't you just keep on talking while we walk the walk The old have died, but the young are strong We know who we are and where we belong With the key in our hand We'll come home to our land We know we will always stand for our Right of Return
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intifadaforever
Nov 22, 2013
This is a CLASSIC. One of the most important messages of the Palestinian struggle, told through some of the smoothest jazz you can imagine. What a fantastic job.
maroush
Dec 31, 2011
I love this song. I love everything about it. The timing, the music, the lyrics, the message, the singing. It's a perfect 10! I rarely hear songs as good as yours Doc Jazz. Keep up the good work.