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? Ooh

? Fellow community leaders

? Townspeople and friends

? We are here today

? Because we are looking for New means to an end

? Ooh

? The time for sitting back And waiting for change is over

? We are moving into a new era In the Black community

? And it's time for progress To move along with you and me

? We don't need to assimilate To other societies

? It's time to work Within our own society

? Without relying On the structure And order of our people

? Tell me, what do we have?

? Without supporting Emerging Black businesses Tell me, where do we stand?

? Preach

? Uh-huh, uh-huh

? And that's why I promise To head us in a new direction

? I pledge to increase funding Of small businesses

? And to spread the wealth Amongst our own communities

? We cannot depend On my opponent's empty vows

? Change must be an action

? And action must be taken now

? Ooh

? Ooh

? Friends and citizens

? My opponent Would have you believe

? That he, himself Is ready for progress

? He would have you believe That he is no longer interested

? In seeing Our community digress

? But how can he make These promises

? To sew the fabric Of our torn society?

? How can he bring order To our town

? When he can't even Bring order Into his own home?

? While we stand here

? Facing you With promises and agendas

? Ask my opponent

? What has become of his family

? As we stand here Earnestly before you

? Ask him

? Where is his own son? ?

? Say, fellas I'll rap with you later

? Tryin' to catch you A little somethin'?

? It's already caught, my man

? All right

? Gimme some on the backhand

? For I assure you

? That while we stand here On this platform

? And express

? Our political grievances

? Henry King's son Is roaming the streets

? And filling himself With alcohol and poison

? He's swinging with women And entertaining drugs

? And infecting our community

? With the same kind Of irresponsibility

? That we have gathered here To put an end to

? That's enough, French! You leave my son out of this

? And, friends

? That is part of the sadness

? Of this undeniable man, yes

? My opponent believes

? In keeping our resources In our own community

? I believe in the same thing

? But in order To have resources

? We may have to pull From other communities

? Hey, sugar

? What can I do you for?

? Oh, I can think Of somethin', ma'am

? If you let me in the door

? Let's hurry

? The next act is on In a half hour

? So as we look For this new direction

? That my opponent So narrowly describes

? Think not of my opponent Nor I

? Think of the needs Of our people

? To have a community That thrives

? And let that be

? What your vote decides ?

? Here's a little somethin' Nice for you boys

? Thanks, sweetheart

? You always do me right

? Gotta take care of my talent For the night

? Whoa, slow down on that swig My friend

? You act like That wine is goin' somewhere

? It is, into your stomach If I don't finish it first

? I see you gazing my glass With thirst

? Before I get up there and jam

? I have to drink my medication

? Can't have me playing Without this here inspiration

? You're playing under Young Hal tonight?

? I'm gonna play my horn

? For whoever's got Somethin' to say

? Dig?

? I'll drink to that

? Man, you'll drink to anything

? So will I

? Okay, half-time's over

? 'Scuse me, fellas

? Halfstaff's Got some music to play ?

? Excuse me, ma'am

? How do I sign up For the poetry list? ?

? It doesn't matter His last attack, Uncle

? Your platform Is still the strongest

? The polls will show it

? I hope so

? That Leroy French Hits below the belt

? Because that's his Only leverage

? Without personal attacks

? He knows his Assimilation tactics Will get him nowhere

? The people are tired Of begging for acceptance

? Percy, you show A lot of passion

? I believe in your vision For a better society, Uncle

- ? Do you? - ? Yes

? My generation Is not interested

? In crawling on its knees

? We are ready to, at last Take a stand on our feet

? And what about your cousin?

? Hal is his own man

? I cannot speak for him

? French is right

? The whole town knows What Hal is up to tonight

? He's doing What he always does

? Running the streets While you stand here

? And face the people With your uncle

? You show leadership

? You show the kind of promise That my own son ought to have

? Thank you, Uncle

? But Hal is just a game-player

? No need to make Excuses for him

? It's time He owns up to his behavior

? Yes, Uncle

? But you, Percy, you're loyal

? Yes, sir

? I am willing to do

? Whatever is necessary To bring you into office

? Good

? Then I need you To go and find Hal

? And do what?

? Just tell him to come home

? I need to speak with him

? Will you find him for me?

? Yes, Uncle

? I think I know where he is

? Good

? Good ?

? Miss Tearsheet Time to get on out

? Our next act Needs to get in ?

? Thanks, doll

? Yeah, thanks, Doll ?

? Say, man, they started The sign-up list yet?

? Yeah, brother It's already full

? Already full?

? That's what I said

? Ain't no way

? To slide another name On that list now, is it?

? And how would I do that?

? Now, I'm sure you can find a way

? We'll see if things Start to sway

? Thanks, my man

? Come on, sugar They already began ?

? Slippin' through space

? Like the sound of a trumpet

? Beggin' for the weary tune

? To make her whole

? She slipped the needle in And stared through my eyes

? Till I saw the life Slip right out her soul

? Till I saw the life Slip right out her soul ?

All right.

? And now

? We bring to the stage A Madam Quickly's favorite

? Smooth talkin'

? Always cool walkin'

? Madam Quickly's

? Help me bring up Young Hal ?

? I thought you said I was supposed to be next

? How'd this fella get ahead?

? I must've missed His name before ?

? My baby says she love me

? But she never got the time

? My baby says she love me

? But she never got the time

? My baby gets up at six am And don't come back till nine

? My baby said The phone is broke

? And said that's why She can't call

? My baby said The phone is broke

? And said that's why She can't call

? But when I ask the operator

? She says It ain't broke at all

? Hey, hey, hey

? Young Hal, Young Hal

? Young Hal, Young Hal

? Has got the microphone now!

? My baby Said to give her trust

? Said that's all that we need

? Said that's all we need Said that's all we need

? My baby Said to give her trust

? Said that's all that we need

? Said that's all we need Said that's all we need

? But when I give my baby trust She wear me out like tweed

? My baby used to treat me good That's why I love her so

? Said you love her so Said you love her so

? My baby used to treat me good That's why I love her so

? Said you love her so Said you love her so

? But she done played me For a fool

? So that's why I don't love her no more

- ? Hey, hey, hey - ? Hey

? Young Hal, Young Hal

? Young Hal, Young Hal

? Has got the microphone now!

? Yeah

? Come on, sugar

? Hey, hey, hey

? Hey, hey, hey

? No, no, no, no, no, no, no One more time

- ? Young Hal! - ? Hey

- ? Young Hal! - ? Hey

- ? Young Hal! - ? Hey

? Young Hal!

? Yeah ?

? Next up on the mic

? Is a newbie here At Madam Quickly's

? Let's welcome her ?

? I call this poem "The Negro Blues"

? Say, daddy-o What's your cause?

? You, who be walkin' With a limp and no cane

? You, who tokes drags And sips loads of champagne

? What's your frame?

? Got a new day In that drinking flask?

? Or just looking for a scheme To get rich fast?

? Ever wonder how come Black folks Ain't built to last?

? Ain't built to last

? 'Cause the new day Is passing you by

? While you spend all your days Trying to get high

? The people all around you Have joined the fight

- ? They're screaming more jobs - ALL: ? More jobs

- ? They're screaming fair play! - ? Fair play!

? And you're simply Wasting away

? Into the corners Of your drunken mind

? Wasting time Wasting your power to fight

? And wasting your rights

? And the protests Are passing you by

? While you party And whisper meaningless sighs

? Exposin' yourself Between sets of thighs

? The new day's passing you by

? Said the new day's Passing you by

? They're building our schools And cracking our guns

? And standing On the front lines And waving our signs

? And you were yawning And falling behind

? And the new day's Passing you by

? Say, daddy-o What's your cause?

? You who'll be walking With a limp and no cane

? You who tokes drags And sips loads of champagne

? What's your frame?

? It's you

- ? What's your cause? - ? It's you

- ? With a limp and no cane - ? It's you

? He sits back And won't take a stand

? It's you who let freedom Slip right out of your hand ?

? Take a hit, sugar

? No, I'm done, baby

? Let's get out of here

? One second, sweets

? I gotta take care Of something before we leave

? You still messin' with him?

? Now, honey Don't start to fret

? He's just gonna Pay me off a little debt

? This should only take a sec ?

- ? Interesting poem - ? Same to you, ma'am

? But what about the politics And the people?

? What about How we're still not equal?

? Your writing doesn't fancy Any of that

? That politics business Ain't nothing but fluff

? I'd rather write About other stuff

? Fluff?

? That's exactly the problem Right now

? Our generation Isn't taking a stand

? Miss, you can sing Someone else that song again

? So you waste all your talent On dope and wine

? If that's a compliment To my work

? I'll take it just fine

? But I don't need to get Into that other crap

? Politics ain't my kind of rap

? I'm a poet, baby Without an agenda

? You got other motives You're working through

? I just let the rhymes Do what they do

? The words and the rhythm Don't mean a damn

? Unless you're using them To develop a plan

? Art is useless Unless used with purpose

? Anything less Is just cowardice

? Now, hold on

? You really Pushing your weight

? You don't belong in here

? You belong In tonight's debate ?

? I got what I need

- ? You ready, baby? - ? Indeed, my lady

? Catch you later, Miss...

- ? Kat - ? Yeah

? We'll see about that ?

? Young Hal?

? Hold on a minute

? Hotspur, what is this?

? You following me around

? You know what this is

? Your father Wants to see you now

? And he sent his errand boy? That's what you are these days

? Look I didn't come here to fight

? I came here To pass a message away

? Well, looks like All you doing

? Is wasting your time

? Look Do whatever you wanna do

? But at least Go and talk to the man

? He's done a lot for us

? And what's he done For you, cousin?

? You think I don't know How you work on his campaign?

? I swear, Hotspur

? Or should I say Percy?

? 'Cause it's all the same

? You love to be a pawn In my father's games

? Say what you want

? But you know Your father's right

? He asked me to tell you To see him tonight

? Now you can do Whatever you decide

? But you know and I know What decision is right ?

? Brothers and sisters

? There is an urgency going on In our city right now

? A major debate Happened tonight

? And the leaders are going To take over our city

? We have to let them know

? That we are no longer Going to be silent puppets

? Sitting by while other people Make decisions for us

? We are gonna take the power Into our own hands

? As a community, yeah ?

That's it!

You're done, let's go!

? No! ?

? What do you think You're doing?

? This is a good place!

? You can't come in here Harassing my acts!

? This isn't one of your acts

? This is the daughter Of Leroy French

? Let me go!

? Don't call me The daughter of Leroy French

? He stands for nothing That I stand for

? I denounce the man!

? And the platform On which he stands! ?

Stop! No!

Get out of my way!

Stop!

No! Let me go!

- ? Say, man - ? Don't!

? It's out of your hands

- ? Says who? - ? Says Leroy French

? That's his daughter ?

? Don't touch me Don't ever touch me

- ? Are you hurt? - ? Now you pretend to care?

? A minute ago You were practically

? Dragging me by my hair

? Don't waste your time Defending your position

? My father Sent you out on his mission

? He stands for bowing And bending to the whites

? Investing in them For our rights

? And you stand behind him Defending his fight

? You call me a pawn?

? You said it, not I

? It's nearly dawn

? You speak foolishness You know not what you confess

? Without me What would you do?

? It's my job to protect you

Ha!

- ? From who? - ? There's a lot of enemies

? To the French name

? Your public appearances Bring your father shame

? Then you're not protecting me

? You're protecting my father

? I swear I don't know Why you even bother

? You make me out To be a villain

? When I just work for your dad

? I just do my job

? The kind of job a man takes

? Is the kind of man The job makes

? Let's go inside It's getting late

? You think You can trap me here?

? I'll just escape

? And I'll come find you Again and again

? Fine!

? You win

? Happy?

? Be with me Then I'll be happy

? I'd rather be with a slave

? But wait That's what you are these days

? Isn't it? ?

? Why doesn't she see me?

? Is she blind?

? Doesn't she see That I'm one of a kind?

? Can't she see that it's me?

? That I'm the one

? The only one for her

? Can't nobody treat her The way that I do

? I do everything She asks me to

? And even though Her father asked me to

? I would do it for free

? Why doesn't she see...

? That I'm her guardian angel?

? And she's my angel

? Any fool that step up

? Would get strangled

? I'd kill for her

? It's killing me That she doesn't see me

? Maybe if I told her?

? Damn it All I wanna do is hold her

? But her youth Has her in denial

? Damn, she foul

? How long is it gonna take For her to come around?

? And I know I ain't wasting my time

? Girl been fine Since she was nine

? Now she's grown and sexy

? I need her next to me On my arm

? She ain't got to Lift a finger

? She ain't got to Want for nothing

? 'Cause I can give her The world

? And I will

? As soon as I make her my girl

? Girl ?

? Where you goin' Miss Tearsheet?

? Be right back, sweets

? Gonna freshen up In the powder room

? Now you don't think Young Hal's no fool?

? I know what you gonna do

? Come on, sugar Don't be that way

? I just need me a fix To get through the day

? Well, this ain't the day This is the nighttime

? You should be able To get through this just fine

? Sugar, why don't I fix you A glass of wine?

? Then you can just Relax and unwind

? What is it You tryin' to escape?

? 'Cause that dope always Takes you to another place

? It's just the way that I cope

? You know I ain't hooked on this dope

? It's just me Havin' a good little time

? This stuff makes me feel Like I'm flyin'

? I can make you Feel like flyin'

? And it won't do nothin' To your veins

? Oh, baby

? I just need a getaway

? This place is dead

? All of it

? And it's taking me with it

? Where you need To get away to?

? I can take you Somewhere for real

? I don't mean no empty place In your mind

? I mean somewhere That exists in real time

? I got no other place to be

? What about Out of the country?

? What about Paris?

? That could be Someplace real fine

? Paris? Baby, you done lost your mind

? Consider it like this

? Think of all the gigs

? They'd be waiting for A Miss Doll Tearsheet out there

? Think of Josephine Baker

? Baby, you'd have it made

? And I could be Like Baldwin, James

? Master with my words And get lots of fame

? We'd go together And start a new life

? Maybe you might even Get to be my wife

? Oh, wife

? Maybe, huh?

? We can start over

? I'm sick of livin' Under my father's convictions

? It's time to move somewhere

? Where there ain't No restrictions

? I got some money saved

? We could be on our way

? Paris, huh?

? Like Josephine

? And James Baldwin Know what I mean?

? Come on, baby What do you say?

? Okay, baby

? Okay ?

? Sweetheart

? I need to speak with you

? Kat, I know you're angry But don't be like that

? Open the door

? Scroop

? Yes, sir

? Find her

? Now ?

? You said you wanted to see me

? That was last night

? And this morning Sun is bright, right?

? If you only come to mock me Then you needn't come at all

? I just came to say goodbye

? Goodbye?

? So where you running off to This time?

? Paris And ain't no "This time"

? This time Is the first and the last

? Say goodbye 'Cause from here on

? I'm the past

? Paris?

? What you got waiting For you there?

? Possibilities Writing communities

? A love affair

? Running off With that singer woman

? Name's Doll Tearsheet The next Josephine Baker

? Gonna marry her And make her my wife

? So you're planning to ruin Two lives?

? That's all you can say to me At our final departure?

Hmm.

? You disappoint me

? You could have been An amazing leader

? If you followed In my footsteps

? And let me be your teacher

? All the jazz Has never been my thing

? I never wanted to be The next Henry King

? But you can Never accept that

? I'm not him

? Art is fine

? But what good is it If it's just self-destructive?

? When do you Use your brilliance To affect the world?

? Look, I told you

? I'm leaving with my girl

? I just wanted to come And say goodbye

? I hope you can live With the consequences Of your life

? Yeah, well

? Thanks for The fatherly advice ?

? Miss Tearsheet You're up in ten

? Miss Tearsheet You got that? ?

? Hear you're traveling To the other side

? Don't go there And forget your Black pride

? Yeah, daddy-o, I won't forget

? But you got to go back And grab you some mints

? Say, fellas, you got a seat For traveling man?

? Come to see your lady Take your final stand?

? That's right We on our way to a new world

? Say, anyway Have you seen my girl? ?

Freeze, everyone! This is a bust!

? Hey, open up! We gotta get outta here ?

? No!

? We gotta get out of here

? The cops are near

? Fine, be a fool!

? Hal, what are you...

? Leave her ?

? Say, Dubs, lemme bum a smoke

? Those Camels are the best But I smoked one

? And gave Stokes here the rest

? Ain't that a mess? Got me out here Doing what I'm told

? Arm's about to fall off From the cold, ready to rest

? And I look over to Stokes

? This nigga done took The last of the smokes

? Here's my last one Was savin' it for When the day got done

? Thanks, cuz You get any correspondence yet?

? Nothing, but I expect Some very soon

? Your father would Never turn his back on us

- ? Says you - ? It's true

- ? You tell them how they do - ? I did

? Never getting a chance To earn a single stripe

? In the worst parts Of the field Not a safety zone in sight

? Loading ammunition

? Nearly losing our lives Yeah, I told him

? Well, that's the truth of it

? But don't think it'll do Much good

? Ain't nothin' He can do to get

? Uncle Sam's claw Out our backs

? Once they send us out here We're as good as attacked

? Honor to the whites Shit to the Blacks ?

? Still hurting?

? Nurse wrapped it In a bandage

? Says the bullet Went right through

? Doc says I'm all mended And good as new

? I bet he did

? But it looks to me Like your arm is still torn

? I just hope I can make it

? Till my papers get back

? If I get discharged I'm out of this path

? Lucky you

? Lucky me

? You try loading rifles With your arm in a sling

? I don't mean none of all that

? I just mean It sure would be nice To find my way back ?

? I should be in Paris Right now with my girl

? She and me was supposed To travel the world

? Well, me and my missus Her name was Fay

? Had a butt so big When she walked, it'd sway

? We should be In New Orleans by now

? I was planning on Finally taking those vows

? I wouldn't be doing nothing

? But dancing At the Memphis Shack

? Got the best womens On the floor

- ? And some on they back - ? Got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back

? Say, Spurs What's your story?

? You sign up For all this guts and glory

? Not hardly I was on my way...

? To being The world's biggest pawn

? You better watch your tongue

? Cool it, fellas We're just having some fun

? Take a load off From assemblin' those guns

? What you think's gonna happen When the battle is won?

? I wouldn't be doing nothing

- ? But dancing At the Memphis Shack - ? Memphis Shack

? Got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back

? What about When the battle's done?

? Same thing That always happens

? We disappear into the smoke

? White folks get all the claim

? Nobody even asks our names

? Well, I know one thing If I do go home

? I ain't gonna miss Not one of y'all

? Your company's all right And good, I guess

? But my womens on the shack Well, you know the rest

? You know the rest

? Well, you know the rest

? You know the rest

? Well, you know the rest

? You know the rest

? Well, you know the rest

? You know the rest

? Well, you know the rest

? I wouldn't be doing nothing

- ? But dancing At the Memphis Shack - ? Memphis Shack

? You got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back

? It sure would be nice To find my way back

? Memphis Shack

? You got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back

- ? And a butt so big When she walked, it'd sway - ? Memphis Shack

? You got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back

- ? I just think it sure would Be nice to find a way - ? Memphis Shack

? You got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back

- ? I should be in Paris Right now with my girl - ? Memphis Shack

? Got the best womens On the floor

? Best womens on the floor

? Wish I could find my way

? My way back ?

? Shit! This cold is biting Right through my gloves

? It's torn

? Got a letter from Uncle This morn

? Yeah, what'd he say? Good luck?

? He said right now His position is stuck

? The governor claims His hands are tied

? Gotta wait Till the war subsides

? Don't know why you thought That he could

? Unless you forgot He's still Black

? Money and politics Don't change that ?

Incoming, everybody move out!

? Take cover

? Over here

? Accidental attack Miller's down

? We have to move out Make our way to the hill

? The Koreans are setting Their aim towards the field

? Oh, no!

? Get shelter in those caves

? How will we make it Past the blaze?

? Follow me, up this way

? Dubs!

? We can't leave him

? On my count, we lift

? Hotspur, you take his right

? Stokes, keep his legs lifted

? Mount, one, two

? Three!

? Over here

? We've gotta stop the bleeding

? Stokes, open your canteen

- ? And now what? - ? We wait

? Nightfall is in two hours

? You have to move To higher ground before then

? If you don't clear These fields

? The Koreans will win

? We need to get back to camp And go find the doc

- ? No - ? Your leg doesn't Stand a chance

? If we keep moving up top

? You have no time to waste

? Leave me and be on your way

? Are you out of your mind?

? He's right We can't just stand on by

? They'll keep movin' in Until we get up high

? It's time to go

? I won't leave you here

? Give him the canteen

? I can't

? Be sure to keep That leg lifted

? We'll send for Doc Alley As soon as we find cover

? You fellas get gone

? I'm gonna be just fine

? Going back to the shack To dance in no time

? Best womens on the floor

? Hang tight, soldier

? We'll be right back

? I... I can't leave him

? Go on, fellas I'm hanging tight

? Y'all be safe We'll be all right

? Ah!

? Lean against me! ?

? Are you all right?

? Shoulder's blown

? We need to lay low For a while

? I can go find the doc Before it gets too late

? I can leave for a bit If you gonna be straight

? No, leave him be

? I'll be fine If I can just lay low

? With Dubs in the cave There's more to worry 'bout

? I can stay here Till we figure somethin' out

? This life is the pits

? I'd rather be anywhere Than dealin' with this shit

? Young Hal You were brave today

? Thin line between bravery And just gettin' by

? This ain't nothin' But tryin' to survive

? You lead us here to the hills

? You even got Dubs To that cave

? And if Dubs dies?

? I left him there When he could've been saved

? You got him out of that camp Where he'd be dead no less

? Got us all out And you did your best

? Your father would be proud

? That man can't do nothin' But sit back and let us die ?

? One day you may be able

? To take over his position

? I think You're wrong about him

? But I admire your conviction

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me

? And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? The way you execute a plan

? I've never been Able to be like you

? Might be weak of me to say it

? But it's true

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? Oh

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? Never been like you

? Might be weak of me

? To say it

? But it's true ?

Hotspur?

Hotspur?

Stand back!

? Hal, it's me We've got to move out now!

? Down by the river The troops are moving northward

? We can get into position

? And finish loading Our ammunition

? Toward the inland!

? Hotspur?

? Let's go

? On my count, we lift

? No, Hal

? Go

? Come on

? There's camps On the other side Of those hills

? We can both get Treated for our ills

? It's too late for me, Hal

? Just go

? You will make us proud

? My time has come To stand down

? We can make it

? Don't speak in defeat

? I can help you Get to your feet

? Come on, lift! ?

? Where is he?

? Inside, just woke up

? Hal King Reporting for duty, sir

? At ease, soldier

? How many of those things You gotta down?

? Got it regulated

? Every time Two hours rolls around

? You look... well

? You lie... poorly

? But you... You look distinguished

? Like a true King

? Time I lived up To the last name, right?

? Listen, son

? I know you lost Hotspur in the fight

? No need to tell that tale

? But you were valiant

? That's what the service says

? That you weren't selfish To leave your troops for dead

? Out of the cave Said it was you who led

? He died with honor

? You... You would've been proud

? Oh, but I am ?

? May I... May I see it, son?

? The Bronze Star And Medal of Valor

? The true valor Goes to Hotspur

? Saved my life long before I tried to save his

? He was a good nephew

? A good son

? Sir, your meds

? I'm fine resting here in bed

? Maybe I should leave

? You need your rest

? Wait, son

? I have something I must confess

? We have not always Been on best terms

? This ain't the time to be Voicing those concerns

? But, son, I must tell you

? I may not be here much longer

? I want to bury the past And start anew

? What is it that you Want me to do?

? I haven't always Been understanding

? I haven't been the best son

? I don't wanna leave This legacy to another man

? You are my son

? And I want you to go through With my political plan

? You mean fight Against Leroy French?

? What can I do But add to his stench?

? Son, you're a leader It is you, it has always...

? I'm here now

? I'm back

? I'm gonna try And get my life on track

? That Army was good For one lesson

? It made me recognize The ways of oppression

? Even in the Army With a medal in my hand

? I still ain't seen As more than a Black man

? For these reasons I know there's things That I must do

? But how to win against Leroy French

? I haven't got a clue

? It has always been you ?

? King residence

? Yes, well, let me see

? Sir?

? Halfstaff's on the phone For you again

? He called twice today

? Tell him I'm not here, okay?

? I'm sorry

? He's not here

? But I will let him know To call you back

? Yeah, yeah, you do that

? I will be back in the morning

? Make sure he has his meds Once more this eve

- ? On or off? - ? Off

? Good night ?

? Father?

? Father?

? Yes, nurse

? It's time ?

? Ave

? Maria

? Gratia plena

? Maria

? Gratia plena

? Maria

? Gratia plena

? Ave

? Ave dominus

? Dominus

? Tecum

? Benedicta tu

? In mulieribus

? Et benedictus

? Et benedictus

? Fructus ventris

? Ventris tui

? Jesus

? Ave

? Maria ?

? As we gather here To commemorate A leader of the people

? We honor brother Henry King For his devotion

? We honor him For his commitment

? To the restoration Of the Black community

? We honor him for his loyalty To his people

? Amen, amen, amen

? Amen

? And so let us remember Brother Henry King As the pillar that he was

? Let us remember him With pride in our hearts And joy in our smiles

? And let his works Have been worthwhile

? Let us continue To celebrate his legacy

? And pick up the torch That he has left blazing So brightly

? Amen, amen, amen

? Amen ?

? Rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Be embraced by God's hands

? Stand in his light And take flight with angels

? The time has come To let your spirit soar

? Our memories Will provide you with encores

? You won't be forgotten The world will sing your name

? No longer Will they see your pain

? No more rain

? They will only see The way you shine

? Though we sigh This is not goodbye

? We feel your power Your spirit

? The light shines on this hour

? Embrace it Embrace God's love

? Because we know You're above in His hands

? His heavenly land

? Rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

- ? Please know You live in our hearts - ? Live in our hearts

? Your heart is our home

- ? You will never be gone - ? Never be gone

? We'll sing Your legacy's song

- ? On and on - ? On and on

? We're so proud To have known you

? So grateful for the time That God loaned you

? Your presence was a gift

- ? Because of you - ? So much has been gained

? Let it be known That you didn't die in vain

? An example of how to live

? We feel your power Your spirit

? The light shines on this hour Embrace it

? Embrace God's love

? Because we know You're above in His hands

? His heavenly land

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Amen

? Amen, amen, amen, amen

? Amen, amen

? Amen, amen, amen

? Amen, amen, amen

? Amen

? Amen

? Amen

? Amen ?

? Miss French? What can I do you for?

? Hal King It's been a long time

? Haven't seen you Since you left for war

? You seein' me now

? Guess I am

? Just wanted to come And pay my respects

? On my own Of my own accord

? Well, speak your word

? Your father was a great man

? His platform was one On which I could stand

? Not like my own father We don't see eye-to-eye

? I was spittin' those words Not too long ago

? Wanna sit for a bit?

? I can get you Something to sip

? Oh, no, I'm okay

? I just came by to pay...

- ? Your respects - ? Yes

? Well, consider 'em paid

? Still cocky, I see

? Still spunky, I see

? I wonder What will happen now

? What do you mean?

? To this campaign

? No one to carry on Your father's name

? Says who?

? I'm... I'm sorry I didn't mean...

? It's all right

? I wasn't much to the man When he was alive

? Always runnin' the streets And sipping wine

? I can see why you think The way you do

? I'm just a little surprised

? This wasn't the man That used to run At Madam Quickly's club

? You'd be surprised how war Can grow a man up

? You really believe In my father's campaign?

? With conviction

? Your father was A much-needed politician

? He spoke from a place Of building within

? Not disempowering our people By running to the man

? His platform Was the New Revolution

? He wants to boycott

? Abusive institutions

? His plan was about

? Supplying the community With jobs

? Your father was a man

? Who spoke from the heart

? Looks like I'm not the only one War has grown up

? I'm not a little girl Anymore

? I'm a woman With my own ideas

? A woman with a pretty smile

? You sure you don't wanna Sit for awhile?

? I really ought to get back

? If my father knew I was here

? Let me guess

? A heart attack?

? Well, what about If I need to talk About revolution?

? To hear a fresh Political voice?

? Where can I find you

? If I need someone To argue with and question?

? I'll be at the Community Center

? Voting rally tomorrow night

? Someone looking For an argument or a fight

? Well...

? That's where They might find me ?

? So remember that As we head over

? To these booths to sign up

? My people It is we who have the power

? So vote to let them know That this city is ours

? This city is ours! ?

? Your words, they're electric

? You're the poet with the gift

? I'm just an orator

? No, when you're on stage

? There's a light That shines on you

? That's why the people Listen the way they do

? People would listen To you, too

? If you gave them Something to hear

? I admire your passion You seem so clear

? When I first saw you on stage

? I thought This is some kinda man

? He could have the world In the palm of his hands

? You thought that?

? I did

? Right after I noticed You were a fast talker And a drinker

? What can I do to prove I'm a changed man?

? Went from A fast talker and drinker To a slow-movin' thinker

? Can I tell you a secret Miss French?

? As long as you call me Kat

? Well, Kat

? Before my father died

? He asked me to take over His political campaign

? He did? What answer did you give?

? I didn't, Kat

? Wasn't sure

? Don't know What kind of leader I'd make

? I'm not sure I can make it on my own

? Who said You'd have to be alone?

? I may need to find some help

? From a woman Whose voice to the people

? Is like velvet Touching the skin

? Feels smooth From the start to the end

? You're asking me To take a stand Against my father

- ? And be your aide? - ? Crazy, right?

? A pipe dream

? Bury it away

- ? How did we get here? - ? How did we get here?

? For so long I didn't feel Any cheer in my heart

? I feel like I can trust him

- ? I grew dark - ? Because

? But life sparked Something within me

? His eyes are so sincere

? I want to make my father Proud of me

? So here I am Feeling a strong need To carry...

- ? From the first moment I saw him... - ? The torch of my legacy

? I feel terribly driven

- ? But who am I kidding? I'm scared - ? I knew he was the man

? I feel so alone

? But when I look into her eyes I feel so strong

? I feel a strength I've never felt before

? But now I feel like I'm in the hands of a man

? All this time I was lying to myself Because she's so adored

? I feel like I can trust him

? This feeling that I'm feeling Can't be ignored

? I've lost love Over and over again But maybe...

- ? Because his heart feels... - ? I'll find it genuine

? If I reach forward And explore

- ? My Lord, I'm into him - ? My Lord

- ? Finally he stands For something - ? She is so beautiful

? Maybe that's why my heart Won't stop pumping

? I can see my future In her eyes

? My Father Oh, Daddy will be enraged

? But how do I deny when We're on the same page?

? Is this love? It feels like love

- ? With her I can take off my disguise - ? A love forbidden

- ? Who am I kidding? - ? Who am I kidding?

- ? I'm scared - ? I'm scared, but he cares

- ? Why is my stomach churning? - ? I can tell by the way He looks at me

? And I know he'll lead The community

- ? Why is my passion burning? - ? In the right direction

? When I look at him I see my reflection

- ? I want her - ? I want him

- ? I need her - ? I need him

? This has gone on too long

? Others might think It's not right

? But in my heart

? It doesn't feel wrong

? Does that mean You'll think about it?

? It means you have no idea What you're in for ?

? Sir, I need a moment

? That's very impressive Candidate

? Getting involved With the people that way

? My campaign manager Taught me real fine

? She's the reason This election is mine

? The polls are showing That you're pulling ahead

? More and more people In Alaya's Brown District

? Are getting behind The New Revolution

? But we've still got to secure The business owners

? In this district If we want to win

? Our platform For pulling off funds Might cause some friction

? Your father is more Of their kind of politician

? Well, that's why You've got me On your campaign

? I can get them behind The Hal King name

? Well, Mrs. Hal King I bet you can

? I am gonna be One lucky alderman ?

? Brother King We've got company

? Mr. French

? Wasn't expecting to see you

? Till the final debate

? But it's nice of you To stop by here And show your face

? Out of my way

? I'm here to take back My daughter from you, scum

? Who are you calling...

? Father What are you doing here?

? I'm not coming back

? Kat, enough of these games

? Enough of you shaming The French name

? We're going home And you're gonna Get this annulled

? My daughter will not be Married to this street trash

? Now hold on, French

? Who you callin' low class?

? I'm not gonna let you Just come in and bash...

? Let me? You can't let me do anything!

? You think you go away to war

? And suddenly You have what it takes To win this race?

? Not months ago You brought your own name To disgrace

? Father, that's enough

? I'm not going anywhere

? I am Hal's wife

? And by him Is where I'll stand

? Grab her hand

? Don't you dare touch me!

? Hal!

? Stay out of this, Hal King This is a family matter

? This is my wife!

? I won't let you ruin My daughter's life

? She's gonna get This marriage annulled

? Scroop is the man That will take her hand

? Never!

? Grab her and let's go

? Hal King, you've gone too far And sunken too low

? Going after my child Is a dirty blow

? I thought This was a fair fight But now I must change

? Be prepared For I will destroy Your entire campaign ?

? I will never marry Scroop!

? Enough!

? I am tired of hearing what You will and will not do

? You seem to forget your roots

? Father, I'm married

? What don't you understand?

? You can say what you want But the law still stands

? You think I'm going to let you destroy

? The hard work That I have done Over the years?

? Not for my daughter To undermine me With her self-righteous jargon

? Are you that ashamed Of the French name

? That you spite me Through my enemies?

? Father, this has nothing To do with you

? This is about...

? This is about selfishness My child

? You're ungrateful To your upbringing

? I have tried to raise you Like a queen

? And while I love you And will give you the world

? I will not let you destroy All that I have worked for

? The people in Alaya Deserve more

? I'm appreciative To the life you've offered

? But my life is now my own

? You cannot keep me a prisoner To the walls within this home

? You cannot control To whom I give my heart

? And Hal is that man From finish to start

? My daughter I will give you a choice

? Either you marry Scroop And keep the French name In good stance

? Or I expose Young Hal's Corrupt past in detail

? Not only Will he lose alderman

? But his future Will be as dreary as his past

- ? You wouldn't... - ? See, daughter

? That's where you are wrong

? For my community I will make the sacrifice

? These are The tough decisions of life

? But a true leader Of the people Performs necessary ills

? Yes, daughter I most certainly will

? If love Is what you truly feel For this Hal King

? Then, my child I know you'll do The right thing ?

? Say, Mama Why don't you go on in?

? I'll catch you in a spell

? Sure, sugar

? Don't make me wait too long

? You may be a star But I got my own talents

? Halfstaff

? Wait!

? That's all I've been doin'

? Waitin' for you

? Been waitin' till you decided To come on down

? Say hey to the fellas

? Talk a little talk Shoot a little crap

? Spit a little poem Pass a little dap

? I've been waitin'

- ? But you never showed - ? I know

- ? I'm done waitin' - ? Wait just once more

? For what?

? Just so I can figure out What to say

? You had plenty of time To think about it by now

? Been to war Running campaigns Even took the vow

- ? How did you... - ? Good news gets around fast

? Guess it does

? Things have changed In these few months

? Sure have

? When I came back From fighting the war

? Life started to feel Kind of strange

? Saw my father pass

? And started to think 'Bout the error of my ways

? Guess maybe I wanted to be done With the old Hal

? Even if that meant Denouncing my old pals

? You're not the only one Who trying To get right with life

? Who says we wanted To bring you down?

? Maybe we could've helped you Win over this town

? Maybe you could

? But I was lost and torn

? Couldn't see nothin' But my own scorn

? Yeah ?

? Love your music, man

? Can you sign this for me? I'm your biggest fan!

? Always knew you'd be a hit

? You right about that

? With the ladies and the men

? Now ain't that some shit?

- ? I should've called - ? You should've

? But it's water Under the bridge, my ace

? I wanna get back to being A part of this place

? I need your help, Halfstaff More than ever

? Running for this office I need support

? You sure you want My kind of aid?

? A jazz man Ain't everybody's shade

? You're my number one ace Always been

? I don't care What French may say

? I ain't ashamed of my friends

? Besides, the people love Jazz and booze

? By relating to the people There's no way to lose

? What do you say? Will you join my camp?

? See? They love you

? What do you say?

? I've always been the man

? Might as well help With your political plan ?

? Come in

? Are the supporters out there?

? They're trickling in, sir

? And Hal King's supporters?

? They as well

? But I can handle him If you like

? Make him too strained To speak on the mic

? If you need...

? No, Scroop That won't be necessary

? His platform Is taking Alaya by storm

? People seem to be excited By his ambition

? Could I be wrong About my intuition?

? Is the New Revolution Truly the better direction To head in?

? Young Hal is just a fool

? Trying to live out His father's dream

? He has the pity Of the people

? But that will Only last so long

? Soon, people will see

? That his entire

? Development plan is wrong

? Is it?

? My daughter helped him With his campaign

- ? You know this? - ? I do, sir

? He has tried To turn her against you

? But I can set her straight

? My daughter has been Against me since The beginning of time

? I hardly think Hal King Has the power To change her mind

? She operates Like her mother used to

? Bold and feisty, yet kind

? I have Miss Kat Outside in the car

? Shall I bring her in?

? Not just yet First let me ask you

? Do you think I'm being too hard on her?

? You are being her father, sir

? A firm hand is necessary

? To ensure That a woman acts properly

? And you?

? You would lay a firm hand On a woman

? In order for her to behave Properly?

? Yes, sir

? Is that not my role?

? To make sure a woman does What she is told?

? I used to be that bold

? Surely, or else Will she not be The law of the land?

? Taking all the power Of a man?

? I see

? It's almost time For the debate

? I must prepare And confront my fate

? Shall I bring Miss Kat in, sir?

? I promise She will not get away

? We can keep her cuffed

? So she stays at bay

? Uncuff her and let her be

? What?

? But how can we keep her From running off?

? She'll go to Hal King As soon as she's uncuffed!

? If that is what she chooses Then so it will be

? I'm done fighting A losing fight

? It's time to concede

? But, sir, I urge you to...

? Enough, Scroop! This is my decision

? Now let me be

? Please, I must prepare

? I can smell the stench Of defeat in the air ?

? Folks are filin' in

- ? Did you see her? - ? Not yet

? But I saw that goon Heading to Leroy French's room

? They must have her outside

? French has got too much pride

? He'll never let her loose

? If he thinks She'll start a scene

? They're probably trying To keep her from being seen

? You want me to check the lot?

? I'll let you know what I spot

? Who knows how far He's already gone?

? Make her sign an annulment

? Or force her To run off with that oaf

? I can get to the car And we can call the cops

? They'll put All this jazz to a stop

? The only way to stop him Is to beat him at his game

? If I win, as alderman I'll have all the acclaim

? Then he'll have to respect That Kat has my last name

? Enter!

? Brother King, we're ready

- ? It's time - ? It's time, check the car

? See that she's all right

? I'm gonna have my wife back At the end of this night ?

? Brothers and sisters Of the Brown District of Alaya

? We are gathered here In a hopeful state

? It is you who determines Who'll become alderman After tonight's debate

? So let us Greet the candidates ?

? Open the door I'm taking Miss Kat

? Mr. French Said to leave her in here Until he gives his word

? I am his word

? Open the door

? He's instructed That I take her with me

? He wants her out of the way

? I will take her To another place

? Let him take her

? If Mr. French Has given him orders

? We'll be chastised If we disobey

? Okay, but it's on your word

? Let me out of here, Scroop I wanna see my father now!

? Surely, Miss Kat You have my vow

? What is this? Uncuff me, Scroop!

? Not just yet

? Where are you taking me?

? Let me go!

? I will teach you How to love and behave

? Like a proper wife

? In time, you will see That this is best for your life

? I will not marry you! Do you hear?

? Put me down! ?

? Friends, peers Respected community of Alaya

? I am telling you From a place of experience

? That what our district needs

? Is someone who can Bring in new businesses

? We need outside investors To expand

? We need new resources For our development plans

? Alaya deserves An abundance of wealth

? And it is I that...

? That... ?

? Friends and supporters

? I must give pause

? When I hear your constant Cheers and applause

? I know it is not for me That you cheer

? I realize That I have not been The candidate of choice

? The truth is

? That Alaya is ready For a new voice

? And my opponent Has been crystal clear

? I know it is For his promising plans That you cheer

? I have sat In my dressing room

? In deep thought

? And the only one solution Brings me a sense of ease

? Because of my deep devotion For Alaya to have the best

? I am conceding To my opponent

? I will no longer Be in the race

? It's time for a new day

? Hal King He shall lead the way

? You being straight?

? Or is this Some kinda strategy To thwart the debate?

? No strategy

? You and my daughter Have built a master plan

? I leave her to you To take her hand

? I sent my men to bring her in

? I concede, Hal King

? You win ?

? It's a new day

? A new way

? A New Revolution

? Sing

? Hal King

? 'Cause he is the solution

? It's a new day

? A new way

? A New Revolution

? Sing

? Hal King

? 'Cause he is the solution ?

- Kat! - Hal!

? What is this? Have they hurt you?

? I'm okay

? I got away

? But Scroop, he's after us My father won't quit

? But that's just it

? He has

- ? My daughter... - ? Father, uncuff me

? What is this? I instructed them to uncuff you

? I have graciously Bowed out of this race

? My life is ready For a slower pace

? I am sorry that I have Brought you to disgrace

? But can you forgive me My daughter?

? Is this true? ?

? Do you hear the cheers? ?

? A New Revolution

? Sing

? Hal King ?

? Then you must give Your acceptance speech

? The people need to hear From their new alderman ?

? Brothers and sisters Of District Brown

? It is my pleasure To greet you As your new alderman

? It's a new day

? A new way

? A New Revolution

? Sing

? Hal King

? 'Cause he is the solution ?

? I've been awaiting the day

? For all of us to step

? Into a new world Of greatness

? Brothers and sisters The time is here ?

? My child! ?

? Hal?

? We have to get you To hospital care

? Lay in my arms And I'll carry you there

? There isn't time

? I won't make it

? Don't!

? Please, my love, listen

? I must tell you...

? No...

? You are who The people have chosen

? You... Your words Have always been

? The magic that has The power to transcend

? Carry on the revolution My love

? Do not let it end

? Carry on for generations Of Black men

? Kat...

? You will always be my love

? You will always be the one Who has inspired, and heals

? Go on, my love

? And do God's will ?

? No! ?

? Brothers and sisters of Alaya

? Today is the day For a New Revolution

? A...

? A time for change

? A time to pick up the torch

? And carry on Our ancestor's names

? And on this sad day

? Let us not be deterred

? The revolution Must never be deferred

? We want to see change Among our people

? We deserve life Prosperous and free

? But as we think of the future Do not lean on me

? Do not look for change In a leader or a friend

? True revolution Brothers and sisters

? True revolution Begins within ?

? My baby Said to give her trust

? Said that's all that we need

? Said that's all we need Said that's all we need

? My baby Said to give her trust

? Said that's all that we need

? Said that's all we need Said that's all we need

? But when I give my baby trust She wear me out like tweed

? My baby used to treat me good That's why I love her so

? Said you love her so Said you love her so

? My baby used to treat me good That's why I love her so

? Said you love her so Said you love her so

? But she done played me For a fool

? So that's why I don't love her no more

- ? Hey, hey, hey - ? Hey

? Young Hal, Young Hal

? Young Hal, Young Hal

? Has got the microphone now!

? Yeah

? Come on, sugar ?

? And the protests Are passing you by

? While you party And whisper meaningless sighs

? Exposin' yourself Between sets of thighs

? The new day's passing you by

? Said the new day's Passing you by

? They're building our schools And cracking our guns

? And standing On the front lines And waving our signs

? And you were yawning And falling behind

? And the new day's Passing you by ?

? It's killing me That she doesn't see me

? Maybe if I told her?

? Damn it All I wanna do is hold her

? But her youth Has her in denial

? Damn, she foul

? How long is it gonna take For her to come around?

? And I know I ain't wasting my time

? Girl been fine Since she was nine

? Now she's grown and sexy

? I need her next to me On my arm

? She ain't got to Lift a finger ?

? I should be in Paris Right now with my girl

? She and me was supposed To travel the world

? Well, me and my missus Her name was Fay

? Had a butt so big When she walked, it'd sway

? We should be In New Orleans by now

? I was planning on Finally taking those vows

? I wouldn't be doing nothing

? But dancing At the Memphis Shack

? Got the best womens On the floor And some on they back

HAL, HOTSPUR AND STOKES: ? Got the best womens On the floor

? And some on they back ?

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? Oh

? But I don't have What you have

? I thought it'd be me And maybe it still can

? But I don't have What you have ?

? Rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Please rest, rest, rest

? In peace, peace, peace

? Be embraced by God's hands

? Stand in his light And take flight with angels

? The time has come To let your spirit soar

? Our memories Will provide you with encores

? You won't be forgotten The world will sing your name

? No longer Will they see your pain

? No more rain

? They will only see The way you shine

? Though we sigh This is not goodbye ?

? How did we get here?

? For so long I didn't feel Any cheer in my heart

? I feel like I can trust him

- ? I grew dark - ? Because

? But life sparked Something within me

? His eyes are so sincere

? I want to make my father Proud of me

? So here I am Feeling a strong need To carry...

? From the first moment I saw him...

? The torch of my legacy I feel terribly driven

- ? But who am I kidding? I'm scared - ? I knew he was the man

? I feel so alone ?

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