What A Day
Music and lyrics by
Jimmy and Julie Fong
Key: G
Intro G / Em/ C/ D7  2x
(Verse 1)
G      Em     C   D7
What a day to  be alive,
G      Em         C           D7
gentle breeze and  clear blue skies...
G       Em       CD7
If only  I could relize.
G           Em     C    D7     GEmCD7
The joy for life I feel inside.
(Verse 2)
G      Em    C     D7
What a day to sail away,
G          Em       C      D7
to feel the sun, the ocean spray.
G       Em      C       D7
If only now was here to stay,
G           Em       C           D7 GEmCD7
I'll ask the wind to lead the way..
(Chorus)
C      D7          G
What a day, what a day,
C         D7              G
To let my spirit soar and play.
C            D7                     GG/F#Em
To leave the past and find my own... way,
C     D7          G    D7
what a day, what a day.
(Verse 3)
G      Em     C     D7
What a day to leave behind,
G           Em      C      D7
the worries weighing on my mind.
G           Em     C    D7
The freedom of the open sea,
G        Em        C      D7   GEmCD7
Allow my heart and soul to be..

    (Chorus)
    C      D7         G
    What a day,what a day,
    C        D7               G
    To let my spirit soar and play.
    C            D7                     GG/F#Em
    To leave the past and find my own... way,
    C      D7          G
    What a day, what a day.
    Bridge:
    Am                        G
    Take a chance, and make a  leap.
    Am                         G
    Feel the wind beneath your feet.
    Am                                    GG/F#Em
    Don't look back, just keep on moving..
    C         D7                G          D7
    Chase the wind, where it is  blowing...
    (Verse 4)
    G            Em  C         D7
    (And) As the sun begins to  set,
    G           Em          C   D7
    I'll take a breath with  no regrets.
    G         Em     C      D7
    For every moment that I live,
    G            Em        C        D7      GEmCD7
    I'll cherish loved ones that I'm with...
    Outro...
    C      D7         G
    What a day, what a day,
    C        D7             G
    I let my spirit soar and play.
    C         B7                 Em
    I left the past and found my own way,
    C      D7          G
    What a day, What a day.
    C      D7         G
    What a day, What a day... #tag

What a day

What A Day

Memories of Penang
Words and music by
Jimmy & Julie Fong
Key: A
Tempo: 131 BPM
Time: 4/4

Key A
A        C#m7  Bm7  E7
Though you maybe far away,
A        C#m7     Bm7  E7
a thousand miles from here today.
A        C#m7  Bm7     E7
it doesn't matter what they say
D        E7              A C#m7 Bm7 E7  A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
memories of Penang, will always stay.
A       C#m7     Bm7     E7       A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
It's the people who make the place, they say.
A      C#m7         Bm7    E7     A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
What you see is what you get, a friendly race.
A       C#m7        Bm7      E7              A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
How they live, what they eat & the way they sound.
A           C#m7  Bm7   E7             A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
Makes me (you) wanna travel homeward bound.
A             C#m7Bm7 E7
Though you maybe far away,
A            C#m7      Bm7   E7
A thousand miles from here today.
A           C#m7   Bm7       E7
it doesn't matter what they say
D             E7                 A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
memories of Penang, will always stay.
A       C#m7         Bm7E7              A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
When I hear someone ask "Where are you from"
A   C#m7  Bm7   E7    A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
P-E-N-A-N-G is my response.
A             C#m7         Bm7      E7     A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
I might have left with my feet,but not my heart.
A           C#m7       Bm7 E7            A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
Now all it takes is a song my yearning starts.
A             C#m7Bm7 E7
Though you maybe far away,
A            C#m7      Bm7   E7
a thousand miles from here today.
A            C#m7   Bm7       E7
it doesn't matter what they say
D             E7                  A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
memories of Penang, will always stay.
Bridge:
C#7                    G#m7
Go to Gurney Drive and reminisce with some old friends,
      Bm7
then we head on down to Love Lane
      E7
and we sing ooh oo...
A        C#m7  Bm7  E7
Though you maybe far away,
A        C#m7     Bm7  E7
    a thousand miles from here today.
    A        C#m7  Bm7     E7
    it doesn't matter what they say
    D
    Memories of Penang,
    Dmaj7
    Memories of Penang
    Bm7              E7
    my Memories of Penang
                 A             A/C#m7/Bm7/E7  A
    will always stay... eee .2x.oooh ooh.

Memories of Penang (Latin Version)

In the world of love,Just as you fathom the intricacies of each other's desires, just when you think it's all good and reaching its peak,and you believe you've got each other figured out – that's when you realize there's more to it. Love is like a circle that keeps throwing tests at the patience of your affection.

Just When You Thought ( Solo Acoustic)

Memories of Penang
Words and music by
Key: A
Tempo: 131 BPM
Time: 4/4
Jimmy & Julie Fong
Key A
A        C#m7  Bm7  E7
Though you maybe far away,
A        C#m7     Bm7  E7
a thousand miles from here today.
A        C#m7  Bm7     E7
it doesn't matter what they say
D        E7              A C#m7 Bm7 E7  A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
memories of Penang, will always stay.
A       C#m7     Bm7     E7       A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
It's the people who make the place, they say.
A      C#m7         Bm7    E7     A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
What you see is what you get, a friendly race.
A       C#m7        Bm7      E7              A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
How they live, what they eat & the way they sound.
A           C#m7  Bm7   E7             A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
Makes me (you) wanna travel homeward bound.
A             C#m7Bm7 E7
Though you maybe far away,
A            C#m7      Bm7   E7
A thousand miles from here today.
A           C#m7   Bm7       E7
it doesn't matter what they say
D             E7                 A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
memories of Penang, will always stay.
A       C#m7         Bm7E7              A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
When I hear someone ask "Where are you from"
A   C#m7  Bm7   E7    A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
P-E-N-A-N-G is my response.
A             C#m7         Bm7      E7     A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
I might have left with my feet,but not my heart.
A           C#m7       Bm7 E7            A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
Now all it takes is a song my yearning starts.
A             C#m7Bm7 E7
Though you maybe far away,
A            C#m7      Bm7   E7
a thousand miles from here today.
A            C#m7   Bm7       E7
it doesn't matter what they say
D             E7                  A/C#m7/Bm7/E7
memories of Penang, will always stay.
Bridge:
C#7                    G#m7
Go to Gurney Drive and reminisce with some old friends,
      Bm7
then we head on down to Love Lane
      E7
and we sing ooh oo...
A        C#m7  Bm7  E7
Though you maybe far away,
    A        C#m7  Bm7  E7
    a thousand miles from here today.
    A        C#m7  Bm7     E7
    it doesn't matter what they say
    D
    Memories of Penang,
    Dmaj7
    Memories of Penang
    Bm7              E7
    my Memories of Penang
                 A             A/C#m7/Bm7/E7  A
    will always stay... eee .2x.oooh ooh.

Memories Of Penang (live)

Hey there! I'm Jimmy Fong, your musical maestro and globe-trotting tunesmith. Born in Malaysia, I've been serenading Australia since the 80s, blending the best of East and West like a musical fusion buffet. My songs? They're like a travel diary, inspired by life's adventures and sprinkled with melodies that'll make you want to break free from your comfort zone. I'm on a mission to smash stereotypes with my tunes, turning the world into one big harmonious jam session. Join my musical journey – it's not just about notes, it's about breaking down walls and spreading good vibes worldwide! 🎶✈️ #MusicMaverick #LifeIsATune

Country Roads (Live)

Hey there! I'm Jimmy Fong, your musical maestro and globe-trotting tune smith. Born in Malaysia, I've been serenading Australia since the 80s, blending the best of East and West like a musical fusion buffet. My songs? They're like a travel diary, inspired by life's adventures and sprinkled with melodies that'll make you want to break free from your comfort zone. I'm on a mission to smash stereotypes with my tunes, turning the world into one big harmonious jam session. Join my musical journey – it's not just about notes, it's about breaking down walls and spreading good vibes worldwide! 🎶✈️ #MusicMaverick #LifeIsATune

Dancing Fireflies (Live)

Helang Langkawi (Live)

Just when you thought
Jimmy & Julie Fong
Key: E

     E    E/D#  E/C#   B
Just when, you thought, your love was complete.
     E     E/D#  E/C#       B
Just when, you thought, your love reached it's peak
     E     E/D#  E/C#      B
Just when, you thought, you know, each others needs.
E       E/D#   A    B     E  E/C# E/D#
That's when, you'll find, there's more, to love than this

Chorus
     A
Do do doo
B E E/D# E/C# B
ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
A B E E/C# E/D#
Do  do  doo
A B E E/D# E/C# B
ooh  ooh ooh..ooh....ooh  ooh
A B E
ooh ooh ooh..

Love picks, you up, when love, is honey sweet.
Love drops, you down, when words don't agree.
Love tears, you apart, when love meets deceit
That’s when, you’ll find, love...is hard to give.

Repeat Chorus then go to Bridge

Bridge:
C#m B       E
Ah! ah! time will tell, ooh ooh ooh
C#m  B     E
Are.. we..riding on love's carousel?
C#m B       E
ah ah-ah time will tell...
C#m B   D  D/C# B7sus4
High on Love,or bid each other farewell.
     E  E/D# E/C#     B
When love is real,as real as it can be.
When love is kind,the kindness set us free.
When love entwines,like ivy round a tree.
That's when you'll find,love sweeps you off your feet.
Repeat chorus then instrumental outro

Just When You Thought (live)

May13 1969
Key: Am
Tempo: 107 BPM
Words & Music by
Jimmy & Julie Fong
Tempo 109.(double time feel)

Verse 1
 Am/G F E7 2x
    Am           Am/G      F      E7     AmAm/GFE7
The radio screams,troubles raging outside,
      Am   Am/G       F        E7       Am
Where to go,what to do,we need to decide.....
             Am    Am/G     F      E7
The Country's torn as races divide,
           AmAm/G        F        E7
Curfew's on, & you must all abide
            E7                    AmAm/GFE7
May thirteen, nineteen sixty nine.
      Am        Am/G      F          E7
Within the walls my world is confined
  Am         Am/G        F              E7
On the street, it's fight for your life.....
       Am       Am/G            F            E7
There's only onething that stays on your mind,
   Am           Am/G         F           E7
Do what you have to, in order, to survive
            E7                    AmAm/GFE7
May thirteen, nineteen sixty nine.
Feeding sparrows, a cold bowl of rice,
Sitting, watching my time pass by........
Education, Is sacrificed.
Can I cope? I'm just a boy of nine
On May thirteen, nineteen sixty nine.
bridge:
     Dm7         G
Still to this day,
  C             F
I hold the fear.
       Dsus2/F#  E7
within my dreams...
     Am          Am7A7
That date & Year     Dm7          G7
From then till now,
  C              F
We can turnaround.
    Dsus2/F#       E7
Old wounds can heal!
                         AmAm/GFE7
When the truths revealed.
              Dm7GCFDsus2/F#E7AmAm7A7
(instrumental)
         Am      Am/G       F         E7
Pavement stained from folks who bleed,
         Am   Am/G       F         E7
    Gunshots echo from empty streets.....
           Am               Am/G  F       E7
    Scared are the sparrows & off they fly
        Am    Am/G          F          E7
    Wish I was,the sparrows ,in the sky
                   E7                   AmAm/GFE7
    on May thirteen, nineteen sixty nine ...
    (I remember sixty nine)
    (when I was nine)
    Oooh hoo!

May 13th 1969 ( Live)

Going Langkawi
Words & Music by Jimmy Fong
Key: A
2x A F#m Bm E7

 A    F#m       Bm      E7
Nowadays, the boss is hard to please.
 A    F#m
Nowadays,
Bm                E7
You are running here & there.
A     F#m
Nowadays,
  Bm       E7                       AF#mBmE7
say they want it, & they want it now...
A     F#m       Bm          E7
Everyday, you worked your life away,
A            F#m
Come what may.
Bm        E7
Friday is payday you say
     A          F#m
Huh! That's my day.
  Bm         E7               AF#mBmE7
catch me a flight we'll fly away... well
Chorus:
      A      F#m  Bm      E7   AF#mBmE7
I'd like.... to go to Langkawi,
           A  F#m      Bm    E7        AF#mBmE7
Where the sun....is shining on the sea.
A       F#m       Bm    E7    A  F#mBmE7
I like...ee.i. to go to Langkawi,
     A      F#m  Bm            E7           AF#mBmE7
and lay..e..ay underneath the coconut trees.
Pick a day, I bet there is warmer than
where you lay.
You Swim in waterfalls that
God has made.
and watch the Eagles fly all day.
Then there's no way you still worry till your hair turns grey.
life is short my friend, so I say leave the burden let's get away.( repeat 
Chorus)
Then there's no way, you'll still worry,
Till your hair turns grey
Life is short my friend.
so I say. Leave the burden, let's getaway.
Chorus:
well! I like.... to go to Langkawi,
Where the sun....is shining on the sea.
I like...ee.i. to go to Langkawi,
and lay..e..ay underneath the coconut trees.
Bridge:
       Bm
Then live like there's  no tomorrow,          
      C#m
    for Your life is in your hands.
       Bm
    Happiness, the road we walk,
        C#m
    instead of where we stand.
           Bm
    I'll pick up my sorrows,
         E7           E7
    & lay them on the sand.
    key change to Bb
    Chorus
    F   Bb  Gm7Cm            F   BbGm7CmF
    I'm here,I'm here in Langkawi
              Bb Gm7 Cm        F     Bb Gm7CmF
    Where the sun Is shining down on me.
          Bb Gm7Cm          F     Bb Gm7CmF
    I'm here...I'm here in Langkawi,
          Bb  Gm7      Cm             F       Bb Gm7CmF
    Gonna lay..e..ay underneath the coconut tree.
             Bb    Gm7  Cm             F       Bb Bb6
    I will lay..e..ay underneath the coconut tree.

Going Langkawi (live)

Jonker Street. Key Bb Music & Lyrics by J & J Fong
Jonker street,there's Malacca trees.
it's a narrow street,with history.
She was the land, of the Portuguese.
Then came the Dutch, from across the seas.
People there, are children of this breed.
Over time, they sow their seeds.
Searching life,  for the ultimate spice.
They all came to Jonker Street.
Chorus: 
Jonker street where the cultures meet
Jonker street where the traders greet.
Jonker street still the place to be....
Come taste the life in Jonker street.

(Then)The Chinese came, husbands & wives.
In their sailing ships, with silk & rice.
The tale of the Sultan & the Siamese King.
These are the stories, that Malacca brings.
Chorus
Jonker street where the cultures meet
Jonker street where the traders greet.
Jonker street still the place to be....
Come taste the life in Jonker street.
Bridge:
Take a river cruise, you'll see what i mean,
Hear the stories of, where others have been.
Taste some nyonya curries, if you are keen...
Jonker street, the night comes alive.
nearly every street ,will blow your mind.
never mind, about your daily strife.
go treat yourself, it's time to unwind.
Chorus
Jonker street is where the cultures meet
Jonker street where the traders greet.
Jonker street still the place to be....
Come taste the life in Jonker street.
(Won't you go on down to Jonker street.

Jonker Street (Live)

Song Of a Lofter 浪子心聲( Live)

Leaving on a Jet plane (live)

The inspiration for "Love Built on Trust" came to Jimmy one morning as he was strumming his guitar. "I found this riff that I liked and started humming some words to the riff. The first thing that came to mind was 'Love built on trust, let it flow, make it last.' I quickly recorded this idea on my phone, intending to finish it later."
Months later, during a dinner with his friend Dee Sutherland, Jimmy played the riff, and Dee loved it. Dee shared some of his own lyrics, which Jimmy incorporated into the song. Later, Julie and Jimmy collaborated to complete the song, drawing inspiration from their upcoming anniversary.
The song's main theme revolves around the enduring nature of love and trust in a relationship. The lyrics, co-written by Jimmy, Julie, and Dee, emphasize the deep connection and unwavering trust that forms the foundation of lasting love.

Love Built On Trust

Going Langkawi
Words & Music by Jimmy Fong
Key: A
Key: A
A F#m Bm E7
 2x
 A    F#m       Bm      E7
Nowadays, the boss is hard to please.
 A    F#m
Nowadays,
Bm                E7
You are running here & there.
A     F#m
Nowadays,
  Bm       E7                       AF#mBmE7
say they want it, & they want it now...
A     F#m       Bm          E7
Everyday, you worked your life away,
A            F#m
Come what may.
Bm        E7
Friday is payday you say
     A          F#m
Huh! That's my day.
  Bm         E7               AF#mBmE7
catch me a flight we'll fly away... well
Chorus:
      A      F#m  Bm      E7   AF#mBmE7
I'd like.... to go to Langkawi,
           A  F#m      Bm    E7        AF#mBmE7
Where the sun....is shining on the sea.
A       F#m       Bm    E7    A  F#mBmE7
I like...ee.i. to go to Langkawi,
     A      F#m  Bm            E7           AF#mBmE7
and lay..e..ay underneath the coconut trees.
Pick a day, I bet there is warmer than
where you lay.
You Swim in waterfalls that
God has made.
and watch the Eagles fly all day.
Then there's no way you still worry till your hair turns grey.
life is short my friend, so I say leave the burden let's get away.( repeat 
Chorus)
Then there's no way, you'll still worry,
Till your hair turns grey
Life is short my friend.
so I say. Leave the burden, let's getaway.
Chorus:
well! I like.... to go to Langkawi,
Where the sun....is shining on the sea.
I like...ee.i. to go to Langkawi,
and lay..e..ay underneath the coconut trees.
Bridge:
       Bm
Then live like there's no tomorrow,

             C#m
    for Your life is in your hands.
       Bm
    Happiness, the road we walk,
        C#m
    instead of where we stand.
           Bm
    I'll pick up my sorrows,
         E7           E7
    & lay them on the sand.
    key change to Bb
    Chorus
    F   Bb  Gm7Cm            F   BbGm7CmF
    I'm here,I'm here in Langkawi
              Bb Gm7 Cm        F     Bb Gm7CmF
    Where the sun Is shining down on me.
          Bb Gm7Cm          F     Bb Gm7CmF
    I'm here...I'm here in Langkawi,
          Bb  Gm7      Cm             F       Bb Gm7CmF
    Gonna lay..e..ay underneath the coconut tree.
             Bb    Gm7  Cm             F       Bb Bb6
    I will lay..e..ay underneath the coconut tree.

Just When You Thought

Going Langkawi

Performed & recorded by Jimmy Fong & The Baby Boomers.Music & Lyrics by John Denver & Joe Henry " My Time With John Denver " Show produced by Jimmy Fong.

Eagles And Horses

Magic Sphere words & Music by Jimmy fong.

Magic Sphere by Jimmy fong

Inspired by topics about refugees,humanity & Racism. "Build That Bridge" music & lyrics by Jimmy and Julie Fong
Build That Bridge
By J & J Fong 22/1/2017
Key: D
Tempo: 129 BPM
Drop D tuning
DADAGD DGADGADBmGAD
      
            G         A            D
Verse 1     Natalie a refugee from Cameroon
                G        A                     D
            She fled her homeland, cos she was doomed
               G         F#m7               Bm
            She Held her children's hand so tightly
            Em                                AAsus4A
            Hoping to find their freedom soon.
            G         A          D
Verse 2     Days into years in a crowded camp,
            G         A                   D
            Finally a  thumbs up from the U.N
            G        F#m7                  Bm
            Tears of joy flowed, when they heard the news
            Em                                      AAsus4A
            They're bound for the land of Kangaroos.
            
            D                 GA
Chorus      Build that Bridge,
            D                 GA
            Build That Bridge,
            D                        Bm        G     A    D
            Building that bridge for humanity, Build that Bridge.
            G             A                     D
Verse 3     Outside the migrant's English class,
            G           A               D
            With flying colours Natalie Passed.
            G                   F#m Bm     Bm7
            She views the world now through a brighter lens (she says)
            Em                                    AAsus4A
            "I'm ready to join the working class."
            G               A                 D
 Verse 4    Sometimes she's called by another name
            G        A                           D
            The name implies that, she's not the same.
            G           F#m7              Bm
            She takes a deep breath, then questions why
            Em                              AAsus4A
            But will not hang her head & cry
            
            D                 GA
            Build that Bridge,
            D                 GA
            Build That Bridge, Y
            D                      Bm
            Build that bridge of understanding now
            G     A    D
            Build that Bridge.

                G                A             D
        Bridge: "Black or white, yellow, red & Brown"
                G              A                 D
                The earth we live on is one same ground.(she says)
                G            F#m7          BmBm7
                Are we so different you & me
                Em                             AAsus4A
                or part of the human tapestry?
      Key change to E
                E                 AB7
    Chorus:     Build that Bridge,
                E                 AB7
                Build That Bridge,
                E                      C#m7
                Build that bridge of understanding now,
                A     B7   E
                Build that Bridge.
                   ooh oo..
                E                 AB7
    Chorus:     Build that Bridge,
                E                 AB7
                Build That Bridge,
                E                      C#m7            A     B7   E
                Build that bridge of understanding now,Build that Bridge.
                E                        C#m7       A     B7   E
                Build that bridge for you & me now, Build that Bridge.

Build That Bridge

This Song was Originally by Brownie McGee, Covered by Jimmy Fong on a beautiful Woodtone OM Guitar made by Barry Kerr. Enjoy

Been living with the blues(cover by Jimmy Fong)

I Dance
key D
Tempo: 138 BPM
Lyrics and music
by J & J Fong.
Open D tempo 138.
intro +2 bars
VERSE 1
Ain't felt the sun on my bones in awhile,
So tired inside, it's hard to break a smile
Too much time spent looking down,
When my head should be up and looking around.
Woah yeah yeah
Woah yeah yeah  (lick 2x)
CHORUS
So I dance and I dance
I Kick them blues, out of my door
I dance and I dance
Until I feel my spirit soar
I dance and I dance
To meet the golden light of day,
I'm dealing with those demons my own way. (3x hammer on)
Woah yeah yeah
woah yeah yeah. (lick 2x)
VERSE 2
My body is here, but my mind's over there
Gotta get my arse off this reclining chair
I gotta dig the rhythm and a feel the beat
Be light as a feather on my dancing feet
Woah yeah yeah
Woah yeah yeah ( lick 2x)
CHORUS
So I dance and I dance
I Kick them blues out of my door
I dance and I dance
Until I feel my spirit soar
I dance and I dance
To meet the golden light of day,
I'm dealing with those demons my own way.(hammer on 3x)
Woah yeah yeah
woah yeah yeah. (lick 2x)
VERSE 3
Those noisy monkeys inside of my head
Keeping me awake, from sleeping in my bed
Chitter chatter chitter chatter round and around
My mind’s in a spin, It's overwound
Woah yeah yeah
Woah yeah yeah (lick 2x)
BRIDGE:
Doctor says you are stressed and a mess, take these pills, and go home.
So you try and you try, but the monkeys won't leave you alone.
Take some time, in your heart you will know what’s best for you.
You dance away those dirty rotten blues...  Em A6
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So you dance and you dance
You Kick them blues out of your door
You dance and you dance
Until you feel your spirit soar

    You dance and you dance
    To meet the golden light of day
    We can dance those demons, far away.................(hammer on 3x + outro)

I Dance

Some musicians’ look how they sound, but Jimmy Fong is a surprising exception. Listening to his fusion of Latin, Chinese, blues and Islander beats, you’d be forgiven for looking a little confused when a 5’7” Asian man with a beaming smile walks onto the stage. But the mystery is all part of the performance when it comes to Jimmy Fong. 
Growing up in Malaysia in the 1960s, Jimmy spent many a day learning the strings of his acoustic guitar. And that was before he hit the age of double digits. As a child he listened to local tunes with one ear, while tuning the other to Western influences like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, John Denver and of course, the infamous Elvis. 
Years later and Jimmy Fong has made his influencers proud. In 2011, he graced Malaysian television performing his original song – December Skies – with a 50pc live orchestra, which also won in the National Malaysian Songwriting competition. 
Jimmy Fong will do much more than entertain. He’ll take you on a nostalgic journey through song.

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