Story Behind The Song
My Uncle was a great painter in his homeland. He was credited with designing the National Flag of our country. When he died, the whole country mourned. His greatest original work was a painting he called the Madonna, which was his impression of Joseph, Mary and the baby Jesus.
| Song Length |
3:15 |
Genre |
World - Reggae/Caribbean, World - World Beat |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Serene |
Subject |
Father, Famous People |
| Similar Artists |
Morgan Heritage, Inner Circle |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
A Work Of Art (Tribute to a father)
Verse 1.
He didn't tread through his life's journey
Without getting his hands and feet dirty
He picked up rocks along the way
For every trial and tribulation he faced
As his bag of burdens got heavy
Rested when he could no longer carry
Though he struggled to see one more sunrise
Darkness did close his eyes
Chorus
He has painted his Madonna
He has made peace with his maker
He has left no stone unturned, his life is a work of art
When his wife knows that he loved her
And his children stick together
It is all good with his soul, his life is a work of art, a work of art
Verse 2
He saw beauty in every creature
Said mistakes weren't born of Mother Nature
Highly praised his collection of trophies
But held no prize above God or country
Searched for answers where pioneers dare not look
Never doubted his faith in the good book
A world where colours unite was his vision
And all men live in freedom
Chorus
He has painted his Madonna
He has made peace with his maker
He has left no stone unturned, his life is a work of art
When his wife knows that he loved her
And his children stick together
It is all good with his soul, his life is a work of art, a work of art
Verse 3
There was silence on that dreadful morning
Even birds knew a hero had fallen
A brother-man, a role model father
He will be missed and remembered forever
Let's celebrate his life and legacy,
His bravery in the face of adversity
He suffered not for the glory of martyrdom
But for the pride of a champion
Chorus
He has painted his Madonna
He has made peace with his maker
He has left no stone unturned, his life is a work of art
When his wife knows that he loved her
And his children stick together
It is all good with his soul, his life is a work of art
He has painted his Madonna
He has made peace with his maker
He has left no stone unturned, his life is a work of art
When his wife knows that he loved her
And his children stick together
It is all good with his soul, his life is a work of art, a work of art
Emmanuel Carlos St.Omer & Keller Medln© 2017 (BMI)