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THE WARRIORS

from 13 Weeks by Brad Fielder

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This old Seiko that I wear on my left wrist
Has a new black leather band from the Wal-Mart
And though it's water damaged on its antique face
Still ticks along like the day it was bought

It belonged to the good man, Tommy King Fielder
A warrior up against the Cold War lies
He came back to raise six kids and work the cattle
I found it at the farm after he died

I know we've all got those warriors in our lives
Once they're gone, we keep a token
To remember them by

This silver ring I wear on my right hand
Forged on a Coast Guard ship out to sea
Made from melted down war time five-cent pieces
Simply adorned with a carved out letter B

It was first worn by the good man, George Lowell Battin
A warrior of the big one in France
They'd beach the boat and carry on the dead ones
And then a fresh group of live ones would advance

I know we've all got those warriors in our lives
Once they're gone, we keep a token
To remember them by

This watch and this ring are always on me
My momma and my daddy's legacy
For the soldiers that they knew as their fathers
Two good men that fought to keep the peace

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from 13 Weeks, track released March 28, 2012

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With 30 years of live performances under his belt, Brad Fielder is a well seasoned entertainer. Paying homage to the American experience, he makes folk music for all folks. It's quirky and relevant, old and new fashioned. While busking as a one-man-band or leading a full ensemble on a festival stage the mission remains the same: Bring the music to the people. ... more

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