'cause we are you, America

we are your progeny

just remember when you look at us

that you raised us to be free

to be free

 

We parade through your cities

and we build your neighborhoods

we hold your meetings

and entertain

we can exchange much more than pity

we can show you much more good

we can help you stop your weeping

and your pain

 

We can help you find a way

that you never knew before

that part of your heart you've held at bay

we can make you feel reborn

yes, we are you, America

we are your progeny

just remember when you look at us

that you raised us to be free

to be free

 

We can help you find a way

that you never

no, you never knew before

that part of your heart you've held at bay

we can make you feel reborn—

oh won't you let us

help you feel

reborn?

  

 

Song For America

 

We are on your doorsteps

we are in your offices

we are your children

and your elders

we are among your best

we are sharing in the profits

we are part of every government

we are buyers and sellers

 

We can help you find a way

that you never knew before

that part of your heart you've held at bay

we can make you feel reborn

    

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