Gordon Lightfoot - Protocol Lyrics
Who are these ones who would lead us now
To the sound of a thousand guns
Storm the gates of hell itself
To the tune of a single drum
Where are the girls of the neighborhood bars
In the hills of France and on German soil
From Saigon to Wounded Knee
Who come from long lines of soldiers
Whose duty was fulfilled
In the words of a warrior's will
And protocol
Where are the boys in their coats of blue
Who flew when their eyes were blind
Was God in town for the Roman games
Who are the kings in their coats of mail
Who rode by the cross to die
Did they all go down into worthiness
Is it wrong for a king to cry
And who are these ones who would have us now
Whose presence is concealed
Whose nature is revealed
In a time bomb
And last of all you old seadogs
Who travel after whale
You'd storm the gates of hell itself
For the taste of a mermaid's tail
Who come from long lines of skippers
Whose duty was fulfilled
In the words of a warrior's will
And protocol
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Gordon Lightfoot Protocol Comments
This song stands alone in some ways - the lyrics of one song, so adequately, frighteningly and correctly defines so many aspects of human nature. And the instrumentals are haunting. Unfortunately, the pages of human history... the endless conflicts and wars... are reflected in his words. God help us. .. and God bless Lightfoot for telling the truth.
Jesus is for the asking
Memorial Day weekend here in the USA. But there’s one Canadian artist who can elicit our feelings in song.
I still no every song on this album even though it's been 20 years since listening. These songs are uniquely timeless, each song takes you on a journey that evokes feelings that only great storytelling can do.
GREATEST ARTIST EVER , LOVE HIM
I never knew about this song.
Well done Gord outstanding and briliant
Days gone by....I miss them
Great song.
Gordon Lightfoot is a true classic artist, an amazing storyteller, and as a musician delves into the raw emotions that we all have experienced along our personal journeys! Can't wait to listen to his songs tonight with my son!
A great man.
The best.
My favorite G.L. song. Love it.
Gordon Lightfoot is a true living legend. He has written so many songs that touch me in many different ways. And, as someone who plays guitar, I love his style of playing more than anyone else's. Thanks Gordon! You have been a part of my life for as long as I remember!
Who are these ones who would lead us now
To the sound of a thousand guns
Storm the gates of hell itself
To the tune of a single drum
Where are the girls of the neighborhood bars
Whose love's were lost at sea
In the hills of France and on German soil
From Saigon to wounded knee
Who come from long lines of soldiers
Whose duty was fulfilled
In the words of a warriors will
And protocol
Where are the boys in their coats of blue
Who flew when their eyes were blind
Was God in town for the Roman games
Was He there when the deals were signed
Who are the kings in their coats of mail
Who rode by the cross to die
Did they all go down into worthiness
Is it wrong for a king to cry
And who are these ones who would have us now
Whose presence in concealed
Whose nature is revealed
In a time bomb
And last of all you old sea dogs
Who travel after whale
You'd storm the gates of hell itself
For the taste of a mermaids tail
Who come from long lines of skippers
Whose duty was fulfilled
In the words of a warriors will
And protocol
Such beautiful poetry. <3