I Have A Dream
Common feat. Will I Am Lyrics
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(I am happy...I Have a Dream) I got a Dream
(That One Day ) Were gonna work it out out out
(That One Day ) Were gonna work it out out out
(That One Day ) Were gonna work it out
(I Have a Dream) I got a Dream
(That One Day ) Were gonna work it out out out
(That One Day ) Were gonna work it out out out
(I Have a Dream) I got a Dream
(That One Day) That one day
(That One Day) I'ma look deep within myself
(I Have a Dream) I gotta find a way...
My Dream Is To Be Free
My Dream Is To Be
My Dream Is To Be
My Dream Is To Be Free
[Verse 1]
In search of brighter days, I ride through the maze of the madness,
Struggle is my address, where pain and crack lives,
Gunshots comin' from sounds of Blackness,
Given this game with no time to practice,
Born on the Black list, told I'm below average,
A life with no cabbage,
That's no money if you from where I'm from,
Funny, I just want some of your sun
Dark clouds seem to follow me,
Alcohol that my pops swallowed bottled me,
No apology, I walk with a boulder on my shoulder,
It's a Cold War - I'm a colder soldier,
Hold the same fight that made Martin Luther the King,
I ain't usin' it for the right thing,
In between Lean and the fiens, hustle and the schemes,
I put together pieces of a Dream
I still have one
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
The world's seen me lookin' in the mirror,
Images of me, gettin' much clearer,
Dear Self, I wrote a letter just to better my soul,
If I don't express it then forever I'll hold, inside
I'm from a side where we out of control,
Rap music in the 'hood played a fatherly role,
My story's like yours, yo it gotta be told,
Tryna make it from a gangsta to a godlier role,
Read scrolls and stow slaves,
And Jewish people in cold cage,
Hate has no color or age, flip the page,
Now my rage became freedom,
Writin' dreams in the dark, they far but I can see 'em,
I believe in Heaven more than Hell,
Blessings more than jail,
In the ghetto let love prevail,
With a story to tell, my eyes see the glory and well,
The world waitin' for me to yell "I Have a Dream"
[Chorus]
The song "I Have a Dream" by Common Feat. Will.I.Am is a tribute to life's unpredictable struggles and the ultimate triumph over them. The chorus is a homage to Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech, which is a beacon of hope for all those fighting against oppression and discrimination. The lyrics of the song reflect on the harsh realities of growing up in a marginalized community where drugs, guns, and poverty are rampant. The artist highlights the struggle of people living in impoverished areas, where their dreams are often suppressed due to a lack of resources and opportunities. The key message of the song is that despite the adversity, we have to keep fighting and striving for a better future.
The verse one elaborates on the struggles of growing up in a crime-ridden neighborhood. The artist talks about dealing with the harsh realities of poverty and the struggle for survival. He shares his personal experiences of growing up in a hostile environment where the color of his skin made him an outcast. The line "Hold the same fight that made Martin Luther the King, I ain't usin' it for the right thing," refers to how the struggle for freedom and equality is often overshadowed by personal gain and greed.
Verse two is a reflection of self-discovery and acceptance. The artist talks about how he had to confront his demons and take control of his life. The line "My story's like yours, yo, it gotta be told," highlights the fact that many people have similar experiences and are fighting against the same odds. The song ends on a note of hope, with Common expressing that he believes in love and peace, and he sees the world waiting for him to raise his voice and share his dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a Dream
I have a vision for a better future
Were gonna work it out out out
We will overcome obstacles and achieve our dreams
That One Day
At a future time
I'ma look deep within myself
I will introspect to find my path
I gotta find a way...
I need to discover a solution to my problems
My Dream Is To Be Free
I aspire to live a life of liberty
In search of brighter days, I ride through the maze of the madness
I am seeking a better life despite the challenges and chaos around me
Struggle is my address, where pain and crack lives
I am from a place where hardship and addiction are prevalent
Given this game with no time to practice
I was born into difficult circumstances without preparation
A life with no cabbage, That's no money if you from where I'm from
I come from poverty and lack of financial stability
Dark clouds seem to follow me
I frequently face adversity and hardship
Alcohol that my pops swallowed bottled me, No apology
My father's alcohol addiction has impacted me deeply and left no amends
I'm a colder soldier, Hold the same fight that made Martin Luther the King
I am fighting for change like Martin Luther did, but in a more divisive and aggressive manner
I put together pieces of a Dream, I still have one
I am working towards my vision for a better future despite the obstacles
The world's seen me lookin' in the mirror
The public has observed my self-reflection
Rap music in the 'hood played a fatherly role
Hip hop culture has influenced my upbringing in lieu of a parental figure
My story's like yours, yo it gotta be told
I believe that my life story shares common themes with others from similar backgrounds
Now my rage became freedom
I am channeling my anger towards liberation for myself and others
Blessings more than jail
I value positive outcomes over negative consequences
With a story to tell, my eyes see the glory and well
I aim to share my experiences and inspire others to hope and prosperity
The world waitin' for me to yell "I Have a Dream"
The world is anticipating my proclamation of progress and hope for all
Contributed by Emma D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@aaudi7953
I am happy
I am I am happy
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
[One day]
We gonna work it out oh oh
We gonna work it out oh oh
We gonna work it out
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
We gonna work it out oh oh
we gonna work it out oh oh
we gonna work it out
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
[that one day]
that one day
all of the people and myself
are gonna find a better way
My dream is to be free
my dream is to be
my dream my dream is to be
my dream is to be
my dream is to be free
A search for brighter days
I ride through the maze of the madness
struggle is my address
where pain and crack lives
gunshots coming from sounds of blackness
given this game with no time to practice
born on the blacklist
told I'm a little average
A life with no cabbage
that's no money if you're from where I'm from
funny,
I just want some of yours son
dark clouds seem to follow me
alcohol that my pops swallowed bottle me
no apology
I walk with a boulder on my shoulder
it's a cold war
I'm a colder shoulder
I fight the same fight that made Martin Luther the king
I ain't usin' it for the right thing
in-Between lean and the fiends
hustle and the schemes
I put together pieces of a dream
I still have one
I am happy
I am I am happy
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
[One day]
We gonna work it out oh oh
We gonna work it out oh oh
We gonna work it out
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
We gonna work it out oh oh
we gonna work it out oh oh
we gonna work it out
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
[that one day]
that one day
I'ma look deeper than myself
are gonna find a better way
My dream is to be free
my dream is to be
my dream my dream is to be
my dream is to be
my dream is to be free
The world see me lookin' in the mirror
images of me gettin' much clearer
dear self,
I wrote a letter just to better my soul
if I don't express it,
then forever I hold inside
I'm from a side where we outta control
rap music and the hood play a fatherly role
my story like yours, yo, gotta be told
tryin' to make it from a gangsta to a Godlier role
and Jewish people in cold caves
hate has no color or age
flip the page
now my rage became freedom right
write dreams in the dark
they far, but I can see em
I believe in heaven more than hell
blessings more than jail
In the ghetto, let love prevail
with a story to tell
my eyes see the glory of, well,
the world waitin' for me to yell
I have a dream
I am happy
I am I am happy
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
[One day]
We gonna work it out oh oh
We gonna work it out oh oh
We gonna work it out
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
We gonna work it out oh oh
we gonna work it out oh oh
we gonna work it out
[Soundclip: I have a dream]
I got a dream
[that one day]
that one day
all of the people and myself
are gonna find a better way
My dream is to be free
my dream is to be
my dream my dream is to be
my dream is to be
my dream is to be free
@jinm3
This STILL gives me chills . I remember I was in 9th grade this coming out I read the books and would LOVE to meet one of the freedom writers
@realizedpotential6640
I was also in 9th grade when I saw this film, crazy to think moments like that have enough of an impact to stick with us going forward. Good movie and song
@dorliciafelder
I was in the 9th grade when this movie came out. Memories
@g3m1n1darealist6
this movie and the song help me change my ways and actually start working on an better future for myself and help others
@roleemack1535
Keep being real and true to yourself we all been with ya in those days we're going work it out
@zerikwhitworth2243
That's amazing keep doing you
@Heyfabricio
God bless you
@DJMaverick177
My man, I Love you!
@troyhayes4738
I feel you man 2022! Gonna be out year
@ClosetPickle
this movie was the definition of youth coming together and changing the world for the better, despite race, gangs, and beliefs. Every school here it would be appropriate should show this movie to its students. I can guarantee it would stop a lot of hate towards sexuality, color, and religion.