Drums

 

There is music in the midst of desolation

A glory that shines upon our tears

Solemn the drums are beating

Sounding joy into immortal sphere,

Drums speaking words of wisdom

Telling tales of our ancestors

Of their glories and kingdoms

And our struggle against Babylon devildoms

Jah presence I feel so near

His love I see so clear

That’s why I know he is here

Even as I know he is there,

Drums are our symbol of pride

Chanting messages far and wide

An inspiration to struggle

A rock and comfort in times of trouble.  - (Bongo Asher, 1984)