In 2003 Troy studied at The Music and Audio Institute of New Zealand where he developed his passion for music. His first major acting role was in coming of age kiwi movie "Mt Zion" (2013), and recently appeared in another kiwi movie "The Pa Boys" (2014).
Troy currently lives in the Bay of Islands of New Zealand with his wife Huia and soon to be four children.
Lest We Forget
TROY KINGI Lyrics
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Rest on the laurels of our soldiers legacy.
He fought for our land and he died for his majesty.
Lest we forget,
Freedom it dont come for free.
So while you're sitting there,
Spare a thought for those who paved the way
For you and me
They will grow not old
As we that are left grow old
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them
He left for a foreign land
Not knowing if he would return.
Blood shed and friends lost
More fuel for mothers concern
Buried on a strange reserve
Long list etched on a,
a mighty stone
Eyes that will never gaze again
On the green grass and the warm sea of home
They may be gone
But not in vain man
They will grow not old
As we that are left grow old
At the going down of the sun...
Lest we forget,
Freedom it don't come for free
So while you're sitting there
Spare a thought for those who paved the way
For you and me
For you and me babe
They will grow not old
As we that are left grow old
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
The lyrics of TROY KINGI's song "Lest We Forget" are a powerful tribute to the sacrifices made by soldiers for the freedom and safety of their fellow citizens. The opening lines, "They come in May/Rest on the laurels of our soldiers legacy" suggest the annual commemoration of those who have fallen in war. The singer then reflects on the motivations of the soldiers, "He fought for our land and he died for his majesty," underscoring the complexity of duty and loyalty that must have weighed on them.
The refrain, "Lest we forget/Freedom it don't come for free," serves as a reminder of the ongoing responsibility to honor and preserve the legacy of those who have fought for freedom. The singer implores the listener to consider the sacrifices made on their behalf, "So while you're sitting there/Spare a thought for those who paved the way/For you and me/For you and me babe."
The poignant imagery of "They may be gone/But not in vain man" reinforces the idea that the sacrifices of soldiers were not taken lightly, nor were they in vain. The final lines, "At the going down of the sun and in the morning/We will remember them," echo the traditional recitations during commemoration ceremonies.
Overall, TROY KINGI's "Lest We Forget" is a stirring tribute to the sacrifices of soldiers, past and present. The lyrics urge the listener to remember and honor the sacrifices made for freedom and to carry on the legacy of those who have served.
Line by Line Meaning
They come in May
In May, we remember and pay tribute to the soldiers who fought and sacrificed their lives for our country.
Rest on the laurels of our soldiers legacy.
We should be proud of the legacy left by our soldiers who fought for our country.
He fought for our land and he died for his majesty.
Soldiers fought and died for their country and their majesty, and we should remember and honor their sacrifice.
Lest we forget, Freedom it dont come for free.
We should always remember that freedom comes at a cost and never take it for granted.
So while you're sitting there, Spare a thought for those who paved the way
For you and me
For you and me babe
We should take a moment to appreciate and be grateful for the sacrifices made by our soldiers to secure our freedom and way of life.
They will grow not old
As we that are left grow old
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them
Although our soldiers may be gone, their memory will never fade and we will remember and honor their sacrifice at dawn and dusk.
He left for a foreign land
Not knowing if he would return.
Blood shed and friends lost
More fuel for mothers concern
Soldiers leave their families and loved ones to fight for their country, not knowing if they will return. Their sacrifice brings pain and concern to those they leave behind.
Buried on a strange reserve
Long list etched on a,
a mighty stone
Eyes that will never gaze again
On the green grass and the warm sea of home
Soldiers who died in foreign lands are buried there, far away from their homes and families. Their names are etched in stone and they will never again see the beauty of their homeland.
They may be gone
But not in vain man
Although our soldiers may be gone, their sacrifice was not in vain and their memory lives on.
Contributed by Olivia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.