Our America
Big $ Rich Lyrics
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In order to form a more perfect Union
I have a dream, a dream that one day
We hold these truths to be self-evident,
That all men are created equal
And they are endowed by their Creator
With certain inalienable rights
That among these are life,
Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming?
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight
O'er the ramparts, we watched, were so gallantly streaming
And to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God
And the rockets' red glare,
The bombs bursting in air
Gave proof through the night
That our flag was still there indivisible
Oh, say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
With liberty and justice for all
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
The lyrics to Big & Rich's song "Our America" contain some of the most iconic phrases from American history, beginning with the "We, the people of the United States" opening to the Constitution, which outlines the intentions for a united country. The lyrics also include the famous line from Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, where he envisions a world where all people are equal regardless of skin color. The next lines echo the Declaration of Independence, which recognizes that all people are created equal and have certain basic rights. The national anthem is referenced as well, with its stirring imagery of American resilience in the face of war and the enduring strength of the flag. The lyrics end by affirming the hope that America will remain a country with justice and liberty for all.
The song was written in the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks, and the lyrics reflect the sense of unity and national pride that emerged during that time. Big & Rich are known for their patriotic country music, and "Our America" is no exception. It's a powerful reminder of the values that Americans hold dear, and a call for unity in the face of challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
We, the people of the United States,
As citizens of America, we come together to form a unified country.
In order to form a more perfect Union
To improve upon our already great country and work towards achieving unity.
I have a dream, a dream that one day
A personal aspiration of a future where everyone is treated fairly and equally.
We hold these truths to be self-evident,
These beliefs are so fundamental and universally understood that they require no explanation.
That all men are created equal
Every person regardless of race, religion, gender, or any other defining characteristic should have an equal standing in society.
And they are endowed by their Creator
All people have certain rights bestowed upon them by a higher power than man.
With certain inalienable rights
These rights are so inherent to human nature that they cannot be taken away.
That among these are life,
The right to exist and be free from harm or persecution.
Liberty and the pursuit of happiness
The right to freedom and the ability to actively seek out and pursue one's own happiness.
Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light
Are you able to see, even in the early morning hours?
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming?
Do you remember the symbol of our country that we held so proudly at the end of the day?
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
I make a commitment to honor and support our country.
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight
During a difficult time, our nation's flag has remained a beacon of hope and strength.
O'er the ramparts, we watched, were so gallantly streaming
We watched proudly as our flag flew gallantly above the fort's walls.
And to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God
Our nation is unified and dedicated to the principles that it was founded upon, and we stand united under a higher power.
And the rockets' red glare,
Even during war, our country still stands strong and represents hope for the future.
The bombs bursting in air
Despite the chaos and destruction caused by war, we still hold true to our principles.
Gave proof through the night
The battle for our country's freedom continues even in the darkest of times.
That our flag was still there indivisible
Our nation remains together and unharmed despite attempts to divide us.
Oh, say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
Is our symbol of freedom and unity still standing and waving proudly?
With liberty and justice for all
Every person in our country deserves to be treated with freedom and fairness.
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
Is this still a place where people are free to pursue their desires and where brave individuals take a stand for what they believe in?
Lyrics © Roba Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KENNY ALPHIN, TROY N COLEMAN, JOHN C. N GRADY, DALE CECIL N MORRIS, MARC N OSWALD, JOHN D. RICH, GRETCHEN FRANCES N WILSON
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