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Who Killed George Floyd?

from PLUMS by Folkfaces

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“Who Killed George Floyd?”

Who killed George Floyd?
Wasn't this something we could avoid?
Justice for him and all who fell before
Which side of history are you on in this war?

An innocent man accused of writing a bad check
A crooked cop knelt on his neck
Are you surprised the murder of a man struck a nerve?
Is this how police protect and serve?

When the voiceless go unheard for so long
That's when you change the words to the song
Vocal cords raw from constant screams
Falling on deaf ears are our broken dreams

This houses foundation stands on a burial ground
No renovations will ever make it sound
How many more people have to killed
Before we tear the old tenement down and rebuild

Until then a lot of cities are gonna burn and be reduced to ash
But those things can be replaced with hard cash
A life is a precious thing once it's gone it's gone
I won't be the one to tell you they're wrong

Goons of the state stand tall in riot gear
While the oppressed shed pepper spray tears
While the folks at home blame the victim
You're either against em or you're with em

So which side are you on?

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from PLUMS, released June 30, 2023
Tyler Westcott - vocal, guitar, songwriting
Brendan Gosson - fiddle
Dan Schwach - drums
Patrick Jackson - bass
Sean McNamara - guitar

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Folkfaces Buffalo, New York

Folkfaces is a Buffalo-based quartet that specializes in “Rowdy Jazz & Bluesy Roots.” Folkfaces has an irresistibly danceable energy and a unique versatility, being able to engage a crowd whether busking on the street, playing in a small barroom, or putting on a full electric show. The band draws influence from a multitude of genres, including folk, jazz, blues, Americana, jug band, and bluegrass. ... more

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