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Thread #112721 Message #2696709
Posted By: Jim Dixon
10-Aug-09 - 12:37 AM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: When Zephyrs of Heaven Shall Fan Me to...
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: When Zephyrs of Heaven Shall Fan Me to...
Genie: Thanks for posting the video. Now, can you help me understand the lyrics? Here's what I can transcribe. Can you fill in the gaps? (and please make any other corrections, if I have misheard anything)
WHEN ZEPHYRS OF HEAVEN SHALL FAN ME TO SLEEP
James B. Coats
1. When my toiling is over at setting sun,
At the end of my journey, my day is done,
Many miles I have traveled, ... (?)
But in heaven some morning, I'll find sweet rest.
CHORUS: When the zephyrs of heaven shall fan me to sleep,
On the banks of the river a vigil I'll keep.
... (?) shall I weep
When the zephyrs of heaven shall fan me to sleep.
2. I shall never stop fighting for truth and right.
Every scar is a jewel beyond the night.
There's a victory waiting ... (?)
It's a promise of heaven; I'll find sweet rest.