Jesse Wells and Joan Baez “No Kings”




No hatred, no violence, no starvation and no greed

And no kings, no kings, no kings!

No lies, no bullets, no bombs and no need

But no kings, no kings, no kings!


No walls, no judgments, no oppression cowerin'

To kings, no kings, no kings!

Every colour, every culture, every language, every creed

And no kings, no kings, no kings!


No more dyin' in the clutches, no more dyin' underneath

No kings, no kings, no kings!

No more dyin' for the causes, no one asked for, no one needs

And no kings, no kings, no kings!


To all the dignity, the love that they deserve and need

No kings, no kings, no kings!

The pursuit of happiness, the right to life and liberty

And no kings, no kings, no kings!


No child going hungry for there's plenty 'nough to eat

With no kings, no kings, no kings!

May I recognize your soul that you may see the soul in me

No kings, no kings, no kings.


Close your eyes and listen, so that you may truly see

No kings, no kings, no kings.

That the killing of my foe indeed, destroys a part of me

No kings, no kings, no kings.


No hatred, no violence, no starvation and no greed

And no kings, no kings, no kings.


      Jesse Welles’ "No Kings" is a folk protest anthem advocating for a world free from authoritarianism, greed, and war. Featuring minimalist guitar and harmonica, the song resonates with contemporary anti-establishment sentiment, emphasizing unity across cultures and rejecting the influence of modern "kings." It asserts that contemporary leaders, wealthy, and powerful figures mirror the roles of historical kings and lords, suggesting they have "wings" (referring to a, perhaps, unnatural or fleeting nature of their power) rather than legitimate authority. There is a harmonica, but Dylan is not there. Baez is.


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