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Red and Blue (The Norwood Song)

by Matt Ward

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"Red and Blue (The Norwood Song)" is a timeless Australian country rock anthem, captur-ing Matt Ward's deep connection to Norwood community and its cherished football club. Nostalgic and evocative, it vividly recalls Ward's youth, eagerly awaiting football heroes at Norwood Oval with friends. Seamlessly weaving poignant references, it builds to a thrilling crescendo, mirroring his team's triumphant comeback. The song gracefully reflects how Ward cherishes this tradition as a matured man, forever intertwined with Norwood's spirit. With a rousing finale, it ensures the tradition lives on. A heartfelt tribute to community, nostalgia, and unwavering love for a football club.

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Drop me to the shops at half past one
By the lights, the town hall or next to Wards
It’s Saturday and my mates are all down for having fun
And I have finished all my weekend sport

We’re heading down to the oval
Watch my team on parade
Watch our heroes run
On this field they can’t be done
Watch the Redlegs win again

Throw on my scarf and beanie, mum gave me twenty bucks
The best hot chips are right there through the door
The footy ends up on the street we dodge the cars and trucks
And on my back are the numbers one and four

At quarter time we jump the fence and run onto the ground
The grandstand seems to make it feel so real
I kick it from the pocket and I hear the roaring crowd
I try to find my dad up on the hill

We’re heading down to the oval
Watch my team on parade
Watch our heroes run
On this field they can’t be done
Watch the Redlegs win again

At three quarter time we listen to the coach’s speech
Norwood’s down by a lazy twenty five
He gives them hell but pumps them up and says they’re within reach
And with the wind I know they will be fine

Now I am older but the change I do not fear
When I can I walk down to a game
Throw on my coat my beanie, fifty bucks for my beer
And buy the form so I can learn their names

We’re heading down to the oval
Watch my team on parade
Watch our heroes run
On this field they can’t be done
Watch the Redlegs win again

We’re heading down to the oval
Watch my team on parade
Watch our heroes run
Macca he’s a gun
Watch the Redlegs win again

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released August 18, 2023
Written by Matt Ward
Produced by Matt Fell

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With 2x ARIA #1 albums under his belt, a ten-gallon hat-full of hit singles, and a pair of boots that have tread the path of Country music across Australia to the Lone Star State; Matt Ward is "the genuine article" (Brisbane Courier Mail). The singer-songwriter boasts a fresh sound on his new single, ‘Come Home Safe’ – the first to appear ahead of his third album, ‘The Long Way Home’. ... more

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