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War Song

by Doug Kolmar

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Written earlier this year about the War in Ukraine. I am releasing it now as a fundraiser to support Ukranian refugees arriving in Maine. All proceeds will go to Refugee and Immigrant Services at the Catholic Charities of Maine.

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I wish I didn’t have to write a war song
For this one or the next one
Or the one that came before
But If I thought a song could make a difference
I’d write a really good one
The song to end all wars

Hmmmm
Hmmmm

You don’t have to go to war, it will come to you
Maybe one day on your way to school
Or shopping at the mall

Now that shopping bag holds all that she can carry
As she joins the line of refugees
From a city ‘bout to fall

She’s just a kid
She’s just like you
What will we do?

The clown becomes a hero and the strongman breaks a sweat
But a smile is no umbrella
When the bombs are raining down

The rest of us are
walking on a high wire
Over shattered lives and bodies
When that circus comes to town

Hmmmm
Hmmmm
Hmmmm


I wish I didn’t have to write a war song
I wish children didn’t pay the price
When men’s sabres ring
Maybe all a song can do is be a witness
We remember songs and
Songs remember everything

Hmmm


© 2022, Doug Kolmar

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released December 10, 2022
Music & Lyrics: Doug Kolmar
Guitar & Vocals: Doug Kolmar
Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Jud Caswell, Frog Hollow Studios, Topsham, ME
(c) 2022, Doug Kolmar

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Doug Kolmar Portland, Maine

Doug Kolmar is an award-winning singer/songwriter based near Portland, ME. His songs are notable for their ability to uncover large truths through small details. Since moving to Maine 20 years ago, he has focused on writing and performing songs that connect with audiences by telling stories of everyday struggles, with warmth, empathy, and a touch of dark humor. ... more

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