Lyrics
This one
This song is dedicated to a specific group of people.
Is written for my people, they're still hurting
Expressing that the mentioned community is still experiencing pain.
Divided by the many lines of faith
Describing the division within the community based on various beliefs.
Broken down and scattered 'round
Highlighting the broken and scattered state of the community.
This nation
Referring to the broader nation that is causing the division.
Want us to blend in to one face
Expressing the pressure to assimilate into a single identity.
Still trying to recruit the dominant race
Noting efforts to assimilate into the dominant culture.
But we're not backing down
Asserting the community's refusal to give in.
We stand strong in our homeland
Emphasizing the community's resilience in their native land.
We be fighting for our freedom for the
Struggling for freedom and rights.
Language of our children, so they
Advocating for the preservation of the community's language for future generations.
Can walk with their heads high today
Envisioning a future where the children can be proud of their heritage.
Can't keep a red man down from
Asserting the resilience of the "red man" despite challenges.
Helping his next man, we stand
Stressing the community's solidarity in supporting each other.
Strong on our frontline, defend
Defending their values and the well-being of their children.
Our hearts and children
O, great spirit
Invoking a spiritual connection and seeking courage.
Give me back the courage of the old-
Desiring the strength of past generations.
Rise up and go on
Encouraging resilience and perseverance.
Rise up and go on
This one
Reiterating that the song is a reminder for the community.
Is written for my people to remind us
Reflecting on the community's collective strength.
The hand can never hold us down as one
Asserting that external forces cannot suppress them.
Growing strong, we look beyond
Focusing on growth and looking beyond immediate challenges.
This nation
Repeating the reference to the broader nation causing issues.
To place ourselves among the rest
Aspiring to be recognized and respected globally.
The world is ours to do our best
Expressing the community's potential to contribute positively to the world.
But we're not backing down
Reaffirming the community's refusal to yield.
We stand strong in our homeland
Restating the community's strength in their homeland.
We be fighting for our freedom for the
Continuing the fight for freedom and rights.
Language of our children, so they
Reiterating the importance of preserving their language for future generations.
Can walk with their heads high today
Envisioning a future where the community's children can hold their heads high.
Can't keep a red man down from
Reaffirming the resilience of the "red man."
Helping his next man, we stand
Reiterating solidarity and mutual support within the community.
Strong on our frontline, defend
Defending their values and protecting their children.
Our hearts and children
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