MALCOLM

MALCOLM X
          

words & music
           Phil Morrison

Strong as the wind in a storm-that was Malcolm
Words that were wise he'd say

Our cause is right
Stand up and fight
There's nothing can get in our way

Life on the streets he survived
That was Malcolm
No one could take him down

His mind was quick
His past was slick..but
He turned his life around

(bridge)
El Hajj Malik El Shabazz was his name
Words that reflect his faith
Justice and peace
Unity he'd proclaim
Goals for the whole human race

Brave under fire standing tall
That was Malcolm
Smart as a man could be

From Detroit Red
The life he led
Noble his destiny

(optional)
Praise for the prince 'round the world
They knew Malcolm...A
Voice heard by those oppressed

His message clear
He had no fear
Great strength in his heart he possessed

(c)2019 pbm

Listen here: “Malcolm X Tribute”

https://www.broadjam.com/artists/songs.php?artistID=18679&mediaID=734240

We Can Live Together

music by: Keith Williams & Phil Morrison

words by: Phil Morrison

Go to any city - and this is what you'll see
Every race of people - and that's how it should be
The problem that we're facing - is not just only color
The answer's found with justice - & how we treat each other

Hispanic, Asian, Black & White...families are the same
Raising kids to do what's right...regardless of your name
If we all looked alike......it'd be a boring place
We're all from different cultures...but still one human race

WE CAN LIVE TOGETHER - but first we've got to try
No race is superior - it's time to unify
WE CAN LIVE TOGETHER - respecting one another
We're from the same Creator - so that makes me your brother..

It's time to live in harmony - 'cause this is our home
We can find solutions - but we can't do it alone
If racism and justice - were talked about in school
The people in this country - might use the golden rule

WE CAN LIVE TOGETHER - and that's how it should be
With cities growing stronger because of unity
WE CAN LIVE TOGETHER - and then that day will come
When we will have prosperity and peace for everyone

(c) 2007 pbm/ckw

Listen Here

https://www.broadjam.com/artists/songs.php?artistID=18679&mediaID=380082

The PHIL MORRISON INTERVIEW on INTERNATIONAL RADIO from the NETHERLANDS by renowned JAZZ RADIO PERSONALITY CYNTHIA THIJS COENRAAD.

In addition to little known facts about Phil’s background and the inclusion

of some of his songs and compositions,

there are interspersed throughout the program recordings by some of Phil‘s favorite musicians.

https://www.jazzmeeting.com/october-19-2022-i-interview-with-phil-morrison/

Speak to Me of You

(words by Phil Morrison 

 Music by Ron Zack)

Remember Ibo Landing 

(words and music by Phil Morrison)

Mandela

(words and music by Phil Morrison)

His Message

(words by Phil Morrison

Music by Ron Zack)

Down in Rio

(words and music by

Phil Morrison)

(c) Phil Morrison BMI

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 http://thephilmorrisontrio.hearnow.com

On website, hear some of my original music

(click on The Phil Morrison Trio for bio info)

"WITHOUT YOU" on CD recommended for

 Grammy submission

Striving to be of Service to Humanity
by Promoting International Harmony through Music

Muhammad Ali: "Say Goodbye to Cassius Clay"

Remembering MUHAMMAD ALI on the
Anniversary of his Passing 6/3/2016

SAY GOODBYE TO CASSIUS CLAY

Say Goodbye to Cassius Clay - that ain't my name no more
Say hello to Muhammad Ali - put that on my door

My roots go back to Africa - noble kings and queens
A slave name ain't no part of me - I got some different genes

That slave mentality is gone -' don't live on no plantation
Change the game, change my name - don't need no explanation

I'm the greatest, you better believe it - ain't never been no doubt
Ask Cosell, I'm bad as hell - that's what I'm talkin' 'bout!

Tall and Tan....Quick and Pretty
I'll change a lion to a kitty
Float like a butterfly...sting like a bee ..'cause
I'm the greatest......Muhammad Ali

Rope-a-dope is what I do - when it's necessary
Acting, I'm just foolin' you - 'cause what comes next is scary

From Philippines to Africa - New York to L.A.
Can't no one beat this Black man - you hear me ...what I say!

Say Goodbye to Cassius Clay - that ain't my name no more
You best wake up, it's time to change - that's what I'm lookin' for

Say Goodbye to Cassius Clay - it's now Muhammad Ali
The world will know who is the greatest - and that man is ME!

(c) Phil Morrison

World renowned saxophonist HARRY ALLEN plays the music of Phil Morrison!

World renowned saxophonist, HARRY ALLEN plays the music of Phil Morrison!  

Without You

https://youtu.be/k4wjjANztmA

 April and U

https://youtu.be/deb4zPzE4-c

Summer Rain

https://youtu.be/eB16LQ2yZ00

Down in Rio

https://youtu.be/zkegUDM7dp4

Mystique

https://youtu.be/O01bXQh2hfc

Fiddlin’

https://youtu.be/C61zVofbzJQ

Mieke Jade

https://youtu.be/dmkzpWWbz7I

Your Eyes

https://youtu.be/uJA2stDQ-38

Evin 7 Song Prayer

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/evin-7-song-prayer

To purchase

https://www.qobuz.com/us-en/album/harry-allen-dave-blenkhorn-play-the-music-of-phil-morrison-harry-allen-dave-blenkhorn/w184qm4t99zkb

Remember When: #1 on Broadjam Award Winning Jazz Ballad

Award-Winning Jazz Ballad “Remember When”
Words and music by Phil Morrison

I am honored to have been notified that my song “Remember When” has been selected number 1 in the Jazz category of Broadjam, which is a company that services musicians and songwriters worldwide.  The following recording features an amazing vocalist Linda Ransom, who is highlighted on the 

“Remember When” CD with the Phil Morrison Trio.

Listen here: https://youtu.be/qrqON0UXYJY?si=yCIEvfnuseBix1t3

Dear Phil Morrison,

Congratulations! Your song(s) have entered the following Broadjam Top 10 charts today (10/1/2020):

“Remember When?” has entered the Jazz - Standards Top 10 at #1!

Sincerely,

The Broadjam Team 

Listen here: https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/remember-when-award-winner

 Linda Ransom

"Remember When" is Linda Ransom's debut album as a Jazz singer. She possesses lush rich fullness one would compare with Sarah Vaughn. Linda couldn't have found a more sympathetic accompanist than Morrison, Williams, and Silverstein. They tastefully compliment and allow her to glow in the unique and highly seasoned way she delivers everything from ballads to blues and a fabulous empathy for Brazilian styles."   Ira Gitler

“... and she can sing up some blues! Dig this recording of another of Phil Morrison’s original tunes called “Misery Blues”!  
https://youtu.be/G-mdRrNFlys?si=lSW0Biu44VvZL8SZ

Without You - another original from the Remember When album

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/without-you-3-4-ballad-peoples-favorite

Summer Rain (Amaoto*)

  A soul stirring song sung by vocalist/pianist Keith Williams:

  Words and music 

  by Phil Morrison

  (note... this song was written and recorded in Japan and it’s alternate title is “Amaoto” which means “the sound of rain””).  

Clouds from an Asian sky -
Riding on the winds of change in summer
Rains come like tears that cleanse the eye -
Listen......hear the rain

Sunshine has slipped away
As the light is dimmed for dreams in slumber
Fields turn from green to misty grey
Listen......hear the rain

Gone is the sound of silence
New rhythms......are near
Old songs from deep inside us
Make memories......reappear

Warm is the summer air
As the cooling waters fall from heaven
Raindrops are dancing without care
Listen......hear the rain 

(click  to hear song)https://youtu.be/UNH3QjKNrIE?si=GMloJacZ1SZnuP1G

*..Amaoto means "the sound of rain" in Japanese

(c) 2000 Phil Morrison 

Striving to be of Service to Humanity
by Promoting International Harmony through Music