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Free Ranjini

from Survivor's Tale by Les Thomas

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lyrics

Ranjini weeps three children at her side
When the pain becomes too much to hide
Authorities claim she’s a security threat
But time will prove them liars yet

In the detention centre at Villawood
They try to imagine a life that’s good
This could all be over, you must understand
With a signature from the minister’s hand

Ranjini, we have heard your plea
You’re not a threat to this country
It’s time to set you and your children free
Free Ranjini, Free Ranjini

Paari was born behind the razor wire
Should be enough to raise this nation’s ire
But Brandis is his cruelty would claim
“They only have themselves to blame”

ASIO says you could do us harm
But the only thing that raises my alarm
Is in hurting you so needlessly
How can we let a child suffer with PTSD?
Ranjini, we have heard your plea
You’re not a threat to this country
It’s time to set you and your children free
Free Ranjini, Free Ranjini

How they’ve held you without trial so long
Is a sign they can’t tell right from wrong
The rule of law has been denied
But there are many standing by your side

Is it all we can offer to a family in need?
What does it say about us that they’re still not freed?
“A life full of grief” just will not do
So we send a song of freedom to you

Ranjini, we have heard your plea
You’re not a threat to this country
It’s time to set you and your children free
Free Ranjini, Free Ranjini
Free Ranjini, Free Ranjini
Free Ranjini, Free Ranjini

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from Survivor's Tale, released November 9, 2013
Vocals and guitar: Les Thomas; electric guitar: Jeff Lang; bass: Grant Cummerford; drums: Ashley Davies; backing vocals: Ruth Lindsey, Alison Ferrier and Cat Canteri

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Les Thomas Melbourne, Australia

Les Thomas is a Melbourne singer-songwriter and storyteller, known for his compelling lyrics, catchy melodies and engaging live performances.

“Les Thomas makes me want to be a better person . . . he’s a bloody good singer-songwriter.”
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"It's people like Les Thomas that keep the origins of folk forefathers alive and true." — Lauren Duiker, The Orange Press ... more

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