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Fragments

from Fragments by Chris Ronald

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This a cappella title track is a series of couplets that tell something about each song on the album. The opening couplet refers to the songs as “random puzzle pieces,” which ties in with the cover art. The second couplet refers to track 1, the third to track 2, and so on.

lyrics

Fragments come together from so many different places
Random jigsaw puzzle pieces flip to show their faces

A fragment is a turning point, a different frame of mind
The ending of an episode or unexpected find

A fragment is a friend escaping from the jaws of death
A miracle reminding us to savour every breath

A fragment is the constancy of a brother's bond
A multitude of memories to make a magic wand

A fragment is a traffic update on the drive to work
The disappearing line between collected and berserk

A fragment is a photograph recalling sunny days
A couple riding tandem slowly going separate ways

A fragment is a three-year-old face down in the sand
A father grieving for his son while reaching out a hand

A fragment is the fruitfulness of trying something new
A gem that we uncover when we carry something through

A fragment is a parasite ravaging its host
A conduit for coffin nails heading for the coast

A fragment is a grandfather regaling with a story
A brother's face aglow with wonder basking in his glory

A fragment is a ball and chain detaching from a dream
A vision of an engine building up a head of steam

A fragment is an open mind inclined to go along
A stranger in a hotel room weeping through a song

Fragments come together from so many different places
Random jigsaw puzzle pieces flip to show their faces

credits

from Fragments, released May 26, 2017
Vocals: Chris Ronald, Gord Maxwell, Rob Fillo, Mark James Fortin

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Chris Ronald Vancouver, British Columbia

Originally from England and now living in Canada, Ronald’s music has been described as “Canadian folk with British roots.” In recent years, his “keenly luxuriant voice and immaculate songcraft” have won him many accolades including a nomination for “Songwriter of the Year” at the Canadian Folk Music Awards. His latest release, Fragments, was released on esteemed Canadian label Borealis Records. ... more

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