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King For A Day

by ill system

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Mixed and Mastered by Clinton Watts

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Verse 1

I keep it cool when I’m knee-deep in fools
There are some battles that you just shouldn’t choose
Everyday’s a struggle for the truth win or lose
I am like a lion, you’re the food

Heed the warning or silence the lambs
You are just a boy, I am a man
Wise enough to hit your brain with the facts
Wise enough to know when not to react

Chorus

When I am old, I’ll remember what my father told me
You could be a King for a day or a fool for eternity
I keep it stored in my thoughts like a reservoir
I don't waste my breath, I don't care 'bout your repertoire

Verse 2

I hear the sound of your brain spin round
As quiet as a mouse six feet underground
Empty as a vessel, like ship run aground
Silence is the savior I have found

Heed the warning or silence the lambs
You are just a boy, I am a man
Wise enough to hit your brain with the facts
Wise enough to know when not to react

Chorus

When I am old, I’ll remember what my father told me
You could be a King for a day or a fool for eternity
I keep it stored in my thoughts like a reservoir
I don't waste my breath, I don't care 'bout your repertoire

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released November 18, 2019
Written and Performed by ill system

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ill system Cape Town, South Africa

The only African Reggae Metal band on the planet. Hailing from Cape Town, South Africa, 'ill system' began their journey in 2001. They relocated to UK in 2003, where they released their debut album: 'International Assassins'. They then went on to win the UK battle of the bands, and played alongside Bloodhound Gang at the Taubertal Festival in Germany. They disbanded in 2006, but reformed in 2014 ... more

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