We Shall Overcome
Mary Travers/Noel Paul Stookey/Peter Yarrow Lyrics
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We shall overcome some day
Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe we shall overcome some day
We shall all be free, we shall all be free,
We shall all be free some day
Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe we shall overcome some day
We shall live in peace some day
Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe we shall overcome some day
The song "We Shall Overcome" is an iconic protest song that has come to represent not only the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, but also a universal call for justice and equality in the face of oppression. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, with each verse building on the previous one to create a message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
The opening line, "We shall overcome," is a statement of conviction and determination. It suggests that despite the many obstacles and challenges that may stand in the way of progress and equality, the ultimate goal of freedom and justice will be achieved. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song serves to reinforce this message and rally people together around a common cause.
The second verse, "We shall all be free," emphasizes the idea that the fight for equality is not limited to one particular group or race, but rather a universal desire for freedom and autonomy. This verse also speaks to the idea that true liberation is not merely the absence of oppression, but the ability to live fully and freely as oneself.
The final verse, "We shall live in peace," is a call to action, encouraging people to continue the struggle for justice with a vision of a better future in mind. It speaks to the idea that ultimately, our goal is not just to overcome oppression, but to create a society that is built on principles of love, compassion, and mutual respect.
Line by Line Meaning
We shall overcome, we shall overcome,
We will conquer our struggles and difficulties as a united front.
We shall overcome some day
We don't know when, but we have faith that we will one day triumph over oppression and adversity.
Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe we shall overcome some day
Despite the challenges we face, we have a strong conviction that we will ultimately succeed.
We shall all be free, we shall all be free,
We will all live in an environment of liberty and justice.
We shall all be free some day
Despite the existing inequalities, we have hope that all people will one day experience true liberation.
We shall live in peace, we shall live in peace,
We aspire to attain societal harmony and serenity.
We shall live in peace some day
We believe that one day, there will be no more discord, and the world will know tranquility and accord.
Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe we shall overcome some day
Our undying faith in a better future helps us persevere in the face of present strife.
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@actarusfleed6607
Oh how I long to go back in time and live through those wonderful years.
@user-mx7hc6kw4z
Got told off by my English teacher for referring to this one .Still.a lot of turning a bind eye to it all shame on us all❤❤❤❤❤😂😊😅😂❤❤xxxx❤❤
@marylyn5965
This song should be playing everywhere right now around the world. Peace. ☮️✌️
@juliereminiec4937
Especially in the Ukraine!😭
@lebe220
The world is into a rough ride: Most people addicted to: Drugs, orgasm, alkohol, shopping, power, money....Destroys peace, but nobody, especially Bob Dylan (loves money) seems to understand.
@lmac6388
And Russia. It is quintessentially an anti conscription song.
@chonjason8471
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@beyondalpha1072
Commie scum
@tounoni
I am searching for and listening to all my mum's favourite songs online. I am crying as I listen to each of them. Mum RIP, I love and miss you so much
@jackmandu
Your Mom obviously had great taste in music. My condolences on your loss.