“A Cloud Lies Heavy” (TTBB) A cappella, adult choirs

“A Cloud Lies Heavy,” recently revised to significantly improve singability, is now available (and temporarily FREE) under the TTBB tab on:  www.choralmelodies.com

 

This piece is dedicated to all of those who struggle with memory problems from whatever cause, and the people who love them.  Not cheery, but moving; maybe a one- or two-hankie piece.  For adult male choirs.

 

Listen: 

Original lyrics:

 

A cloud lies heavy on the meadow, causing half the world to disappear.

The mist erases every shadow, blurring everything that once was clear.

Air is still and nothing will disturb the shades of gray.

The silence grows each passing hour, it’s quiet all the day.

 

The peace that surrounds may not come again,

So enjoy what there is today, remember this now and then.

That the clouds will rise and then the sun will shine,

And all the colors chase away, chase away the gray.

‘Til that moment’s here, and the world is clear,

Just enjoy what you have, you have today, for today.

 

A cloud lies heavy on my mind now, causing memories to disappear.

Where there was light now there is darkness, and forgetting many things so dear.

Please remind me who you are, I do not know your name.

Your face is less familiar now, and nothing is the same.

 

I think of all the days, so long ago,

And then yesterday is gone, and where it went I do not know.

So take my hand and help me to recall

The life we shared before we have to say adieu.

Please remember me, please remember me, please remember my love for you.

Please remember me, please remember me my love,

Please remember my love for you, my love for you.