Behind the Blade

This folk ballad features intricate acoustic guitar fingerpicking with modal medieval motifs, Gentle, interweaving vocal harmonies float throughout, complemented by subtle lute or recorder lines, The arrangement stays sparse and organic, evoking a timeless, pastoral texture

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[Verse 1] Another day of training in the yard Teaching you to wield your father's sword I watch you learn to stand and hold your ground My thoughts betray what duty should allow And each lesson leaves me more uncertain now [Chorus] How many battles must I fight? Before this one inside my heart? The war that rages in the night Tears all my vows apart [Verse 2] Your hand upon the hilt grows stronger still I see the way you try to match my skill The way you look to me for praise and more Cuts deeper than all wounds I’ve known before [Chorus] How many battles must I fight? Before this one inside my heart? The war that rages in the night Tears all my vows apart [Bridge] In quiet moments after prayer When darkness covers what we do I write these words I'll never share About the sin of loving you [Solo] [Gentle lute flourish] [Verse 3] Each morning when we practice in the dawn I wonder if you know what's going on Behind my stern commands and watchful eyes A love that must stay hidden from the light A knight must never speak of such desire [Chorus] How many battles must I fight? Before this one inside my heart? The war that rages in the night Tears all my vows apart All my vows... Apart

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