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186. Sunset

Text Information
First Line: Earthly life is only one short day
Title: Sunset
Author: J. B. C.
Meter: 8.8.9.8. With Refrain
Publication Date: 2007
Copyright: © 1940, Bridge Building, Inc. (BMI). All rights for the world admin. by Bridge Building, Inc. (BMI)
Tune Information
Name: [Earthly life is only one short day]
Composer: James B. Coats, 1901-1961
Meter: 8.8.9.8. With Refrain
Key: E♭ Major
Copyright: © 1940, Bridge Building, Inc. (BMI). All rights for the world admin. by Bridge Building, Inc. (BMI)



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