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Sleep (Grandma's Lullaby)

from Reunion: Songs of Family and Home by Joel Brogon

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When I would spend the night at Grandma’s when I was very little, she would tuck me in underneath a quilt she had made and lie beside me telling stories of her childhood in Missouri. Her voice was like a lullaby to me, and I would drift off to dream listening to her. Years later I found myself at her bedside lulling her to sleep. This song is a reflection on what a privilege it is when we can care for those who once cared for us.

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Sleep, sleep lay down your head in peace, peace
Just close your eyes and sleep

I remember when I was just a little one
You'd take me in your lovin' arms and rock till sleep would come
and you would sing to me a lovely lullably
and stay by my cradle till morning was nigh

You'd take me to a magic land where I'd live out my dreams
I would run in my bare feet and play down by the springs
I knew I'd slumber safe right there in my bed
I knew you were my angel watching over my head

Sleep, sleep lay down your head in peace, peace
Just close your eyes and sleep

Who would have ever thought one day I'd do the same
Kneeling by your bedside calling out your name
Telling you stories to calm your childish fears
holding you close to me wiping dry your tears

So my dear grandma just set your worries free
I will take care of you like you once cared for me
You'll slumber safely here beneath my watchful eye
and I will sing to you your lovely lullaby

Sleep, sleep lay down your head in peace, peace
Just close your eyes and sleep, sleep lay down your head in peace, peace just close your eyes and sleep...

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from Reunion: Songs of Family and Home, track released September 9, 2022
Words and music by Joel Brogon
Joel Brogon: Vocals, rhythm guitar, lead guitar

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Joel Brogon is a Folk/Americana Singer/Songwriter from South Texas.
At the heart of Brogon's artistry lies a profound commitment to narrative storytelling, weaving tales inspired by his own life experiences and those around him. Through his songs, he sheds light on a wide range of topics, from the beauty of nature to social justice issues like LGBTQ+ rights and environmental stewardship. ... more

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