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John Hill

from Canvas by Benoit

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The fictional character depicted in this story, John Hill, never seems to fully understand his wrongdoing nor learns from his experiences. There is no reflection or balance in his thinking, which ultimately leads to his downfall. John Hill represents a voice in our society that will no doubt fall of it's own accord.

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The pirate John Hill was his name
He had a heart of coal
His ship was filled with gold
How much no one will know

He sailed round from Cuba to Spain
His trusty men right by his side
When you hear John Hill's horns ring
You'd be best to run and hide

John Hill is comin' back
And he'll never stop till he has won
This firefight has gone on far too long
It's time to grab our guns and run

They say that he'll cause quite a scene
If he comes down to your town
He'll try to steal your kings only crown
And even his sleeping gown!

His trusty men will yell and cheer for him
When he boasts and says that you are done
They'll graffiti your castles just for fun
But your heart has not been won

Now that you know his name very well
You'd do well to hold your ground
Hold up and wait for the signs
Listen sharp for the sound

For it's easy to know when he comes
His band plays loud behind
They shower John Hill with a song
Vindicate his stolen mind

One day John Hill's men they cracked
Refused to stay and fight
They shot poor John Hill in the back
And no, he did not cry

They say although he's wounded and shot down
John Hill still roams from town to town
You'll know it's him you'll know he's still around
You'll hear him sing and his trumpet sound

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from Canvas, track released July 30, 2017

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Benoit Melbourne, Australia

Benoit is a Folk singer-songwriter hailing from the Eastern hills of Melbourne. The music of Benoit is melodic and reflective, with soulful lyrics. Benoit provokes his audience to consider another perspective and think deeply about the everyday things of life. In relating to the human condition and the issues of the day, Benoit seeks to present another narrative, one full of beauty, love and life. ... more

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