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Why the Innocent
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This song is about all the innocent victims of violence, addressing those who commit brutal acts against civilians ... this song is dedicated to the martyr Moustapha Akkad (picture), one of the victims killed in the bomb blast in Amman in 2005.
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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!
Song Info
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#1,304 in subgenre Peak #2
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Peak #9
Author
Doc Jazz
Rights
Copyright 2005 Doc Jazz
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November 11, 2005
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MP3 4.4 MB 128 kbps 4:46
Story behind the song
Innocent people, including women and children, who committed no crimes, die in violence directed against them, for political goals that cannot even be attained in this brutal way ... the occupation of Iraq and Palestine, and the thousands of civilian deaths caused by these terribly unjust acts will not lead to the improvement of any situation .. nor will the spilling of the blood of innocent victims of violence in Madrid, London, Bali or Amman, or anywhere else in the world, advance any cause ...
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You're telling me you're tired of seeing crimes of hate You're telling me its time to turn the tide Well you know that I agree that things have got to change But I say there's a way to do it right You're telling me you're tired of seeing sorrow and pain And that you want to stop injustice now But tell me whats the use of paying hate with hate Cause to me it seems that shouldn't be allowed If you believe that justice is a sacred thing Then show us that you're able to do right Cause if you think this winter can be turned to spring Well it doesn't with the flames that you ignite Why direct your anger at the weaker ones They are not the ones who caused you pain So why destroy their lives with your bombs and guns Do you think the hurt you cause will be your gain Why the innocent Tell me why oh why Why the innocent Tell me why oh why Why the innocent Why the innocent You can never win by causing more pain So my heart goes out to all who were slain Breaking mother's hearts is simply insane Cause when the tears are gone the anger remains And the cycle starts all over again ....
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