Born and raised on Detroits westside in the late 60's Norm's addiction to m… Read Full Bio ↴Born and raised on Detroits westside in the late 60's Norm's addiction to music began at an early age.By the age of 13 years old Norm's diverse musical outlook consisted of Disco,Progressive,Jazz.Starting off Norm collected good music(45's-8-tracks-Vinyl)with proceeds earned from his paper route and eventually was introduced to Ken Collier who just happened to live 3 blocks over so needless to say most of the Disco and Progressive I attained was through Ken who was a DJ mentor for me.At this point and time I only had one turntable an eight-track player a receiver and some speakers.So I would have friends over and play records and we would dance until we were sweating!!So one day a friend that would come over and vibe was having a backyard party and needed a DJ and asked me to do it which was really special to me because I had never did a party in my life,I only had one turntable and couldn't mix!!So back to Grindstone I went to earn the money to buy a turntable and a mixer and a tape deck which I had about two months to get.At that time I made about $30 dollars a week and before you know it I was at HD Sounds putting together a system(Gem Sounds,Sharp tape deck excellent for pause button mixes,pioneer turntable)So it was on!I did the party which turned out to be a success and got some more offers to do more gigs which began a career on the decks that stands to date!!So in 1985 I began to archive the mixes I was doing on Cassette tapes(over 500)and did that for 15 years up until the year 2000 when I began making mixed CDs which I have over 400 to date.Check out DETROIT BEATDOWN VOL.1,DETROIT BEATDOWN REMIXES(mixed and unmixed)as well as other mixed CDs available at Recordtime.com and Emporium50.com Peace!!!!!!!!!

Exodus
Norm Talley Lyrics

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This land is mine, God gave this land to me
This brave and ancient land to me
And when the morning sun reveals her hills and plain
Then I see a land where children can run free

So take my hand and walk this land with me
And walk this lovely land with me
Though I am just a man, when you are by my side

With the help of God, I know I can be strong

Though I am just a man, when you are by my side
With the help of God, I know I can be strong

To make this land our home

If I must fight, I'll fight to make this land our own
Until I die, this land is mine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Exodus" by Norm Talley are a reflection on the connection between a man and the land he lives in. The song expresses the sentiment that the land is a gift from God to humanity and that it is the responsibility of the people to take care of it. The singer acknowledges that though he is just a man, he is determined to do what it takes to make this land his own. The concept of freedom and childlike innocence is introduced in the second verse, with the line "Then I see a land where children can run free." It is as if the land is something not only to be possessed but also experienced and enjoyed.

The chorus of the song repeatedly emphasizes the power of unity, both with other people and with God. The lines "So take my hand and walk this land with me/And walk this lovely land with me" act as a call to action, asking for solidarity in creating a home for all. The phrase "With the help of God, I know I can be strong" adds a spiritual dimension to the song and suggests that a higher power can provide strength and comfort along the way.

Line by Line Meaning

This land is mine, God gave this land to me
I believe that this land belongs to me, and I attribute this ownership to God's gift.

This brave and ancient land to me
This country is not only historic, but also full of courage and valor.

And when the morning sun reveals her hills and plain
Every morning, when the sun shows the hills and terrain, I feel captivated by the beauty of the land.

Then I see a land where children can run free
The land gives me a sense of hope that children can play and run freely without fear.

So take my hand and walk this land with me
Please hold my hand and explore this country with me.

And walk this lovely land with me
Join me in discovering this gorgeous place.

Though I am just a man, when you are by my side
I am aware of my human limitations, but in your presence, I feel strengthened.

With the help of God, I know I can be strong
Through the guidance of God, I believe I can be powerful.

To make this land our home
My ambition is to convert this land to our permanent dwelling place.

If I must fight, I'll fight to make this land our own
If necessary, I will battle to make this land our exclusive property.

Until I die, this land is mine
Until the end of my life, I assert that this land belongs to me.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERNEST GOLD

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