For His Children (piano/Vocal)

20 Jan 2015 · 3 min

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The piece is a lyrical, spoken‑word style performance that tells the story of a man who chooses to set aside his own ambitions and pride to uphold his family’s legacy and the traditions of his ancestors. He settles where his father lived, carries on the familial and national foundation built by those before him, and sacrifices personal fame for the welfare of his children. The narrative contrasts his self‑less path with his brother’s rebellious stance, yet emphasizes enduring love. The speaker reflects on the cost of such sacrifice, the importance of honoring the past, and resolves to emulate these values by being a guiding light for future generations.

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Settled where his father lived to carry on the legacy. Lessen the hardship where the land was blessed. The ones who came before him, they paved the path. He trusted and he held on to the past. Didn't care about his pride. He put himself aside, his family coming before his own skin. Could have had a name, but he didn't look for fame. Sacrificed himself for his children. His brother was a rebel, didn't want a part. In the tradition or the faith. Begged him to stay, but he turned his head away. Still, he loved him in his heart. Didn't care about his pride, he put himself aside. His family coming before his own skin. Could have had a name, but he didn't look for fame. Sacrificed himself for his children. Looking back, we see the price and all the sacrifice. Ones that came before us gave their lives. They built us a foundation, formed this holy nation, prepared us for the challenges in every generation. His pride, he put himself aside. His family coming before his own skin. Could have had a name, he didn't look for fame. Sacrificed himself for his children. Stories that I heard touch me deep inside. I'd like to follow in his ways. Seek to do what's right, be a shining light. Always be there for my children.