The Black KPs 1898

by James Pitt-Payne, London UK - 16 Jul 2008
2008

There will be a demonstration
decked with pompous ostentation,
by the Black K Ps
of this great nation,
Noted coons of high connection
irrespective of complection,
have been sent to grace this celebration.
Coons in rarest paraphernalia
gay plumed hats and loud regalia,
representing Knights of bravery.
Splendor of rare exception
will be the vogue
with these proud distinguished Black K Ps.

When those brave black knights
who are so bold
come prancing down the street
with swords of Klondyke gold,
in costumes, gorgeous to behold,
a sight one seldom sees!
Fifty coon brass bands will be in line,
and each will play
the latest music in rag time,
proud plumed darkies looking fine,
will shine while marching as a Black K P.

Dazzling rays of brilliant splendour
is the mighty scene 'twill render,
every black K P
will stand inspection,
Honored Knights will prominently
supervised predominately
this colossal mass of coon perfection.
And to swell the grand ovation
each state sends a delegation
introducing coons of high degree.
Who will participate
in this great parade,
as an Honorary Black K P.

When those brave black knights
who are so bold
come prancing down the street
with swords of Klondyke gold,
in costumes, gorgeous to behold,
a sight one seldom sees!
Fifty coon brass bands will be in line,
and each will play
the latest music in rag time,
proud plumed darkies looking fine,
will shine while marching as a Black K P.

Soft karaoke
Words
piano 1
piano 2
piano 3
piano 4
lyric
pizz str bass
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The Black KPs 1898
Words & Music by Hillman & Perrin
© 1898 by M.Witmark & Sons
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sequence and karaoke by James Pitt-Payne, London UK
on Tuesday 16 July 2008 at 23.10
in association with Veda Meyer-Castens
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