Have you noticed… how the world feels different lately? Have you noticed the way we’re lookin’ At the things that used to bind? Where did empathy get lost In the rush of a divided mind? We don’t even know our neighbors, We scroll but we don’t see, We chase down every shadow But ignore what sets us free. We pick apart the smallest words, Draw battle lines in sand, Call each other enemies Instead of lendin’ hands. When did seein’ both sides Become a crime to speak? When did strength and service Start lookin’ weak? We’re one nation heart, beatin’ red, white, and blue, Built by hands from everywhere, me and you. From different shores and different dreams, We found a way to stand as one team. So tip your hat, say thank you loud, To the ones who wear that badge so proud. They’ve got kids at home prayin’ too— They are us… and we are you. When did the soldier keepin’ peace Become the villain in the tale? When did the ones who serve and guard Start carryin’ the blame wholesale? Our military keeps the standin’ That holds the world at bay, And law enforcement walks the line So chaos doesn’t stay. But we judge the many by the few, Draw conclusions fast, Instead of buildin’ bridges strong We tear down what will last. If you read enough on anything, You’ll find what fuels your flame, But anger ain’t the answer— Love still wins the game. We’re one nation heart, beatin’ red, white, and blue, Two hundred fifty years built strong and true. From every culture, every creed, We planted hope like a freedom seed. So shake a hand, don’t raise a fist, Listen close when you disagree just a bit. Find that bridge, that higher view— They are us… and we are you. Maybe some just want the chaos, Maybe some are feelin’ small, Maybe hurt turns into anger When we feel we’ve lost it all. But we’re adults in this room tonight, Let’s cut straight to the truth— Love ain’t weakness, mercy ain’t soft, It’s the strongest thing we choose. Stop the drugs, stop the crime, Take that anger down a notch, Look a uniform in the eye And thank ‘em for the watch. They’ve got mamas, they’ve got babies, Just like me and you— Dreamin’ of a peaceful mornin’ Under skies of blue. We’re one nation heart, lift it high and sing, Freedom ain’t a gift you throw away for anything. Brothers, sisters, hand in hand, We’re stronger when united we stand. Salute the ones who guard the door, Thank the ones who give us more. Question hate, embrace what’s true— Love the red, white, and blue. We are one… One people under skies so wide— With faith to be our guide. So let’s be the grown-ups we know we are, Look for good, not just the scar. Find that love… it’s overdue. They are us… And we… are you.
