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Command of a King

from Rowan by Crossing Waves

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The king insists on raising taxes to honour his queen despite the objections of his Chancellor.

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On the ramparts of a castle
High upon a hill
A new-crowned King looks down upon
Farms and shops and mills
Forest trees shelter
The harbour town below
Where tradesmen eke out a living
And sailors come and go
Every day they all just carry on

The king summoned his chancellor
“My funds are running low
The Queen must have the finest things
Champagne has to flow
My subjects, all must pay some more
Our coffers need to grow
Such great delight for my queen
With my presents she can show
Do as I ask so I may carry on”

Nervously the Chancellor
Responded to his King
“A raise in taxes will grow dissent
Rebellion it will bring”
“Raise the taxes,” yelled the King
“What don’t you understand?
My Queen deserves great riches
Just do as I command!
We'll celebrate with a feast tonight, carry on”

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from Rowan, released May 1, 2023

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Crossing Waves is a transatlantic indie rock band with a unique blend of folk, acoustic, and electric elements. Formed in 2021, the band consists of two members hailing from Maryland, US - Jay Elvove on guitars, bass, and keyboards, and Gordon Duff from the UK on guitar and vocals. Despite the geographical distance, the band has been able to create music through remote collaboration over Zoom. ... more

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