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Oh the fields of wonder,
Out of which
Stars are born,
And moon and sun
And me as well,
Like streak*
Of lightning.
In the night
Some mark
To make
Some word
To tell.
*The original poem by Hughes reads: “Like stroke”
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Rediscovering Margaret Bonds: Art Songs, Spirituals, Musical Theater and Popular Songs
Composer(s): Margaret Bonds
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