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The Bird of Christ

from Blood for Ghosts by Duke Special

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Holy, Holy, Holy,
Christ upon the cross:
My little nest was near,
Hidden in the moss.
Holy, Holy, Holy,
Christ was pale and wan:
His eyes beheld me singing
Bron, Bron, mo Bron, Bron!
Holy, Holy, Holy,
“Come near, O wee brown bird!”
Christ spake, and lo, I lighted
Upon the Living Word.
Holy, Holy
I heard the mocking scorn!
But Holy, Holy, Holy,
I sang against a thorn!
Holy, Holy, Holy,
Ah, his brow was bloody:
Holy, Holy, Holy,
All my breast was ruddy.
Holy, Holy, Holy,
“Christ’s bird shalt thou be:”
Thus said Mary Virgin
There on Calvary.
Holy, Holy, Holy,
A wee brown bird am I:
Holy, Holy, Holy,
For I saw Christ die.

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from Blood for Ghosts, released November 3, 2023
Words - Fiona Macleod
Music - Helen Hopekirk, arranged by Duke Special

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Duke Special Belfast, UK

In a career spanning 21 years, Duke Special has released 16 albums and EPs, toured all over the world. He's been involved in a diverse array of other projects.
Performing live is still one of his main passions and a Duke Special show is always a unique experience. He released his new album 'Blood for Ghosts' on vinyl in November 2023 along with a 64-page book to accompany it.
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