United We Stand
United We Stand: A Anthem of Unity and Resistance
Lyrics
How are we to move toward the future,
Expressing uncertainty about progressing forward into the future.
When they got us in this game to lose,
Feeling trapped or manipulated within a system that's designed for failure.
Sweating all us brown folks in our cruisers,
Highlighting the stress and pressure faced by people of color (specifically brown individuals) in their daily lives.
When I know they got something to prove,
Suspecting that there's an agenda against them.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
An anthem for unity and solidarity.
United - ahh ah people
Reinforcing the concept of unity among the people.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Emphasizing the importance of standing together.
When I raise my fist
A gesture of resistance or defiance.
United
Reiteration of unity and solidarity.
We aren’t going to take it no more
Determination to break free from oppressive circumstances.
I know all my gente can agree,
Assurance that the community is in agreement.
City life ain’t living - it ain’t free,
City life is portrayed as restrictive and expensive.
Paying all my taxes for police,
Frustration at contributing taxes that seem to support an oppressive system.
And now they try to take my kids from me - can’t believe it,
Shock and disbelief at the threat of losing custody of one's children.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Reiteration of the call for unity.
United - ahh ah people
Reinforcing the unity among the people.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Highlighting the strength found in unity.
When I raise my fist
Another assertion of resistance or defiance.
United
Stressing the power of unity.
And there will be a day,
Anticipating a future where hate is overcome.
When we let go of hate,
Hope for a future without hatred.
And when you see my face,
Requesting recognition beyond differences, seeing each other as humans.
You see the human race,
Advocating for equality, emphasizing that all deserve fair treatment.
No child left behind,
Referencing education policies that ensure no child is left behind.
And no one is denied,
Equality and fairness for everyone without discrimination.
Because of a lie,
Rejecting unfair judgment or treatment based on falsehoods.
No son has to die
Wishing for an end to the loss of lives due to unjust circumstances.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Reaffirming the message of unity and solidarity.
United - ahh ah people
Reiteration of the unity among the people.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Stressing the strength derived from unity.
When I raise my fist
Continued assertion of resistance or defiance.
United
Emphasizing the power of standing together.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Repetition of the call for unity.
United - ahh ah people
Reaffirmation of unity among the people.
Oh oh oh oh United we stand
Underlining the significance of standing together.
When I raise my fist
Final assertion of resistance or defiance.
United
Stressing the power of unity and solidarity.
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