Bless the Teacher

​(Verse 1 - Doubled Tracked Lead)

From Lorengau to the farthest shore,

Hear the children knockin' on your classroom door.

The chalk dust settles, on the old wood floor,

(Overlap - Call): But the future you buildin'

(Overlap - Response): ...is what they waitin' for!

No easy road, the journey can be long,

But your spirit is mighty! (Yodelling: Quick high reggae yodel), and your heart is strong.

You see the goodness, where others see the lack,

You keep the community steady on the track.

(Whispered Vocals): Remember the mission.

​(Chorus - Three Styles Harmony & Hype Man)

(Hype man shouts): Hey! Manus! Pull up!

Vocal 1 (Mid): Jah bless the teacher, Manus Island sun,

Vocal 2 (High): Shinin' wisdom, 'til the day is done.

Vocal 3 (Low): You are the anchor, in the strong sea breeze,

(Round Singing: Short, staggered repeat of "Plantin' good seeds") Plantin' good seeds, among the coconut trees.

(Screams and shouts): Keep that fire burnin'! (Shout!) Keep the spirit bright,

(Counterpoint: Second voice sings an independent melody line)

(Octave Doubling - High): Guiding the youth toward the future light.

(Descant Harmony: Flowing high melody line over the final phrase)

​(Verse 2 - Singjay Style & Harmonized Duet)

(Question/ Answer - Lead Vocal Split)

Question: Look to the waters, see the deep blue sea?

Answer: Just like that ocean, is their destiny.

You show them knowledge, you show them liberty,

Break down the barriers, set the spirits free.

Every lesson taught, a bridge across the stream,

You are the keepers of the whole community's dream.

(Harmonized Duet - Two voices, close harmony)

No mountain too high, no wave too big to ride,

With your gentle hand, you are the trusted guide.

​(Chorus - Three Styles Harmony & Hype Man)

(Hype man shouts): Massive!

Vocal 1 (Mid): Jah bless the teacher, Manus Island sun,

Vocal 2 (High): Shinin' wisdom, 'til the day is done.

Vocal 3 (Low): You are the anchor, in the strong sea breeze,

(Round Singing: Short, staggered repeat of "Plantin' good seeds") Plantin' good seeds, among the coconut trees.

(Screams and shouts): Keep that fire burnin'! (Shout!) Keep the spirit bright,

(Counterpoint: Second voice sings an independent melody line)

(Octave Doubling - High): Guiding the youth toward the future light.

(Descant Harmony: Flowing high melody line over the final phrase)

​(Verse 3 - Smooth Relax Singing & Preacher and Choir)

When the weight feels heavy, and the path ain't clear,

Remember the reason why you came right here.

To be a role model, to dry away the tear,

Chase out the shadows, conquer all the fear.

Your patience is golden, your hard work is a key,

Unlocking the potential of who they're meant to be.

(Preacher): So stand tall, teacher, let your soul resonate,

(Preacher): You are the force of change, the masters of fate. (Choir Response: Amen! or Yes indeed!)

​(Bridge/Breakdown)

(Unison Chanting): Manus! Manus! We stand with you! Manus! We stand with you!

​(Outro/Vamp)

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