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Cycles of my being

Song Cycle by Tyshawn Sorey (b. 1980)

1. Inhale, Exhale
 (Sung text)

Language: English 
America – I hear you hiss and stare
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Text Authorship:

  • by Terrance Hayes (b. 1971), copyright ©

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2. Hope (part 1)
 (Sung text)

Language: English 
When walking, hope is a swagger
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  • by Terrance Hayes (b. 1971), copyright ©

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3. Whirlwind
 (Sung text)

Language: English 
Lord, I’m trying to break myself open; this song of mine wants to be a whirlwind
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  • by Terrance Hayes (b. 1971), copyright ©

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4. Hate
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Language: English 
Tell me, what causes one to hate?
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  • by Terrance Hayes (b. 1971), copyright ©

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5. Hope (Part 2)
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When weary, hope is a hymn
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  • by Terrance Hayes (b. 1971), copyright ©

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6. Each Day I Rise, I Know
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Language: English 
Each day I rise, place foot to floor the weight of consciousness I know
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  • by Terrance Hayes (b. 1971), copyright ©

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