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Written by Michael Jantzen and Ivan Boudreau

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To his neighbours he's a stranger from another world
The incarnation of the shadows that they fear
He’s a prophet without honour in his own town
He’s heading up to higher ground

There’s a fight he knows all too well, ‘round every bend
A tug-of-war from the inside out and the outside in
Up on the mountains the winds of mercy are blowing strong
He’s finally free when he’s standing on
Higher ground

Wo, woah wo, wo oh, wo oh, oh, oh
Wo, woah wo, wo oh, wo oh, oh, oh

Ten thousand arrows flying at him from every side
Trying to silence all the slander and the “godly” lies
He’s a lamb among wolves, and they’re trying to take him down
But he’s got his honour out of town

There’s a fight he knows all too well, ‘round every bend
A tug-of-war from the inside out and the outside in
Up on the mountains the winds of mercy are blowing strong
He’s finally free when he’s standing on
Higher ground

Wo, woah wo, wo oh, who oh, oh, oh

Some lust for power only to die in their greed
But deep in the heart of a good man is love that heals

There’s a fight he knows all too well, ‘round every bend
A tug-of-war from the inside out and the outside in
Up on the mountains the winds of mercy are blowing strong
He’s finally free when he’s standing on
Higher ground

Wo, woah wo, wo oh, who oh, oh, oh…

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from The Rhythm of the Earth, released January 1, 2022

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Michael Jantzen Abbotsford, British Columbia

Fraser Valley recording artist, Michael Jantzen, carves out his own space between folk and country. He has a gift for weaving introspection into poetic narrative and stick-in-your head melodies.

Combining his nuanced baritone and delicate guitar playing, he creates a distinct brand of roots music inlaid with rich imagery and personal stories. ... more

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