Lyrics
This land is your land
This land is collectively owned and belongs to everyone.
This land is my land
Emphasizes the shared ownership of the land, inclusive of all individuals.
From California to the New York island
Encompasses the entire span of the country from the West Coast to the East Coast.
From the Redwood Forest to the Gulf Straight waters
Describes the diverse geography, from forests to water bodies, symbolizing the richness of the land.
This land was made for you and me
Reiterates that the land is meant for the enjoyment and benefit of everyone.
As I was walking that river north highway
Describes a journey along a northbound highway, indicating exploration and connection with the land.
I saw above me that endless skyway
Highlights the vastness of the sky, possibly representing freedom and limitless opportunities.
I saw below me that golden valley
Observes a beautiful and prosperous valley below, suggesting the abundance within the country.
This land was made for you and me
Reaffirms that the land is meant for the collective "you and me," emphasizing inclusivity.
I've roamed and rambled
Expresses a history of wandering and exploring different parts of the country.
I've followed my footsteps
Reflects on the individual's journey by retracing footsteps, indicating a personal connection to the land.
To the sparkling sands of her diamond deserts
Describes the beauty of the desert, possibly symbolizing both challenges and precious aspects of the land.
And all around me a voice was sounding
Notes a surrounding voice emphasizing that the land is made for everyone, reinforcing the collective ownership.
"This land was made for you and me"
Quotes a voice affirming that the land is made for the shared benefit of all individuals.
This land is your land
Repeats the idea of shared ownership, underlining the collective nature of the land.
This land is my land
Reiterates the shared ownership concept, emphasizing its universal nature.
From California to the New York island
Recaps the vast geographical span of the country from the West Coast to the East Coast.
From the Redwood Forest to the Gulf Straight waters
Reiterates the diverse natural features, symbolizing the inclusive nature of the land.
This land was made for you and me
Affirms that the land is meant for the enjoyment and benefit of everyone, echoing the earlier sentiments.
This land was made for you and me
Repeats the assertion that the land is made for the collective "you and me," emphasizing unity and common ownership.
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