His Name is Kobe

 His Name is Kobe - bad as he can be
 360 to the hoop then he'll knock down a 3
 His Name is Kobe -  can't stop him if you try
Double team him low and he'll kill ya up high

His Name’s Kobe - B'ball is his game
Puts fear into your heart -  just sayin’ his name
The name is Kobe - a jumper silky sweet
Outsmart you with his mind - outplay you with his feet!

He came right outa high school - hit the NBA
From Italy to Philly then over to L.A.
He set his sights up high - the best he could be
His limit was the sky - they made him MVP

 His Name is Kobe - ballin’ everyday
 Doin' things you never seen - compared  him to MJ
 His Name’s Kobe - a champion with rings
 Royalty of basketball - a king among the kings

 His Name is Kobe - maybe best of all
 Don't make no difference if he is - just give him the damn ball
His Name is Kobe - look out... let him go
Born to play in Hollywood - the star in ev’ry  show

An international man was he
Citizen of the world
Around the globe they loved Kobe
Every boy and girl
Devoted to his family
The LA community
Pursuing varied interests
 Including poetry

His Name is Kobe - he’ll do what ain’t been done...and
When you check him out - sit back.....enjoy the fun!
 His Name is Kobe - don't worry 'bout his number
All you need to know is ...he's called .."The Black Mamba"     
c)2008  phil morrison BMI

Thankful

Words: Phil Morrison. Music: Paul Brown

The long walks we'd take by the ocean
The spray from the sea on our face
Clouds in the sky are in motion
Two people in love embrace

We sit in the sand below us
A seagull soars gracefully by
The beauty of God's creation
The softnes I see in your eyes

(chorus) I'm so THANKFUL - at last I've found my love
So THANKFUL - if you only knew
So THANKFUL for having you
(repeat chorus)

Warm summer breezes blow gently
With fragrance of nature's perfume
Soft words of love are heard faintly
As a distant bird sings us a tune

This feeling will last forever
This magic will never die
Destiny brought us together
A Blessing for you & I

(chorus) I'm so THANKFUL - at last I've found my love
So THANKFUL if you only knew
So THANKFUL for having you
(repeat chorus)

(c)morrison/brown

(click on link below to hear song)
https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/thankful-rb-ballad-vocal

R&B Artist Paul Brown Composes and Sings Lyrics of Phil Morrison

The compositions of an amazing vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, PAUL BROWN, are paired with the lyrics of Phil Morrison to create a beautiful mix of R&B-oriented songs that feature Paul on vocals and instruments.  Phil is proud to be associated with such a talented person who has carried those talents internationally! 

Many have compared Paul Brown with the likes of Donny Hathaway or Stevie Wonder, who, like Paul, is obviously an outstanding vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. Whether it’s the groove of the dance tunes or the romanticism of the ballads, you’ll be in for some pleasurable listening!

“Thankful”

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/thankful-rb-ballad-vocal

“I’ve Got To Get To Know You Better”

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/ive-got-to-get-to-know-you-better-rb-rap-vocal

“I Am A Dreamer”

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/i-am-a-dreamer-rb-ballad-vocal

“I’m Hypnotized”

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/im-hypnotized-rb-dance-vocal

“Livin’ Large”

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/living-large-rb-dance-vocal

“Don’t Go Away”

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/dont-go-away-rb-ballad-vocal

We Thank You all Our Veterans

WE THANK YOU ...ALL OUR VETERANS
A tribute to all our military veterans! 

lyrics....Phil Morrison music...Keith Williams
This performance with the University of North Florida Jazz band
is the first time this song was performed ...either with the band or in public.

(click below to hear song)
https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/we-thank-you-veterans

WE THANK YOU ALL OUR VETERANS - who served to keep us free
Around the world you sacrificed - defending liberty
Your uniforms were worn with pride - khaki, blue or white
Representing the USA - believing in what's right

WE THANK YOU ALL OUR VETERANS - it's time to show we care
In two world wars, Korea - Viet Nam, the Gulf..you were there
We can't forget your courage - Iraq...Afghanistan
Protection from our enemies - defense for Uncle Sam

America is proud of you - We know what you went through
Men & women in uniform Serving the red, white & blue

WE THANK YOU ALL OUR VETERANS - from this democracy
You defended freedom - from the threat of tyranny
Some of you are gone now- to a resting place in heaven
But..your spirit's still alive - as we remember 9/11

(c)2002 keith williams/phil morrison

Tom Williams, vocals with the University of North Florida Jazz Band

Phil Morrison Songs Related to Brazil

BRAZIL is where Phil Morrison performed frequently with the great vocalist/ pianist Freddy Cole!  Phil’s affinity for Brazilian music and culture began as a result of seeing the Black Orpheus movie which features the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim and Luiz Bonfa.  Here are some original songs influenced by his affection for Brazil!

The Magic of Brazil

        words by Phil Morrison

        Music by Jack Petersen

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/magic-of-brazil-bossa-linda-vocal#

Down in Rio(vocal)

         words and music by.    

         Phil Morrison

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/down-in-rio-samba-linda-vocal

Braziliana 

          words by Phil Morrison

          music by Ron Zack 

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/braziliana-vocal-samba

Take me Back to Brazil 

          words by Phil Morrison

          music by Ron Zack 

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/take-me-back-to-brazil-vocal

Helo from Ipanema 

         words by Phil Morrison 

         music by Keith Williams & PM

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/helo-from-ipanema-maria-laura

Down in Rio(instrumental)

           saxophonist - Harry Allen

https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/down-in-rio-harry-allen

HELO From IPANEMA

HELO From IPANEMA is the girl who walked to Ipanema Beach in
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil and inspired Antonio Carlos Jobim to compose the world-famous song "GIRL FROM IPANEMA".

Phil met Helo while touring in Brazil with The Freddy Cole Trio, and stayed in contact with her. Phil subsequently co-wrote this new song "Helo from Ipanema" for her with Keith Williams.

The tune follows some of the original chord progressions of "Girl from Ipanema" but also employs lots of new chord progressions. 

Vocalist Maria Howell sings in English and
Laura Coyle sings in Portuguese.
Barry Greene is on Guitar and Phil Morrison is playing Bass...

Listen on Broadjam
https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/helo-from-ipanema-maria-laura

Keith Williams sings with the Phil Morrison Trio featuring guest artist, world-class guitarist Barry Greene on guitar, Von Barlow on drums, and Phil Morrison on bass!

HELO From IPANEMA

words by Phil Morrison
Music by Keith Williams & Phil Morrison

This song I sing for Helo

And to see her it would be as a dream
She'd walk to the beach at Ipanema
Down in Rio - where life is love supreme

A cool breeze comes in from the ocean

So gently it blows to her hair

Her body is graceful in motion

Free as a bird that flies

Up in the sky without care

Vinicius wrote words for Helo

Tom Jobim gave those words a melody

The sun shines on Corcovado

It stands high majestically

Below was Helo Pinheiro

The tall tan girl

Who walked to the sea

Now when you go to Ipanema

You'll remember that song's famous girl

The sound of bossa nova

This song heard 'round the world

This song's famous girl

(c) 2001

Striving to be of Service to Humanity by Promoting
International Harmony Through Music!

...it was humbling for Helo to mention Keith and me in her book "Helo Pinheiro"

The Earth Is One Country

words & music by: Phil Morrison  

The Earth is One Country if we'd only realize 
With so many different nations - it's time to unify 
The Earth is One Country and people 'round the world 
Want the same things for their children - every boy and every girl 

The Earth is One Country - one human family 
With peace and justice as our goal - to live in harmony 
The Earth is One Country - to care for one another 
No matter your religion - your class or your color 

Of course we love our sisters and brothers 
And family unity is what we need ... but 
Love is something we can share with others and 
It will grow if we just plant the seed

The Earth is One Country - though borders may divide ... 
but The heart knows no boundaries - it's how we feel inside 
The Earth is One Country - within this universe ... and 
We're proud of our great nation - but we're human beings first 

Thirteen separate states became a nation 
The USA was born and grew in size 
Now we need a world civilization ... and 
A universal language would be wise 

The Earth Is One Country and there's no need for hate
With all our new technology we can communicate
The Earth Is One Country for peace let us unite
We're flowers of one garden in our Creator's sight

(c)1995 phil morrison

The Earth is but One Country(Recording)

https://youtu.be/KvyZTVzxie8?si=u6ItMja-tGZNZxSe

Click here to listen on Broadjam.