Story Behind The Song
Our nation is suffering now, and I wanted to write a song that would inspire us and remind us that we always have been, and always will be, great. But the song tells us that we must take responsibility for our nation. It says "Let us" let freedom ring. We Americans are the ones who must show how great we are. And that greatness comes from our belief in equality for all. The song tells us that if we strive for equality for everyone, we will be a beacon for the rest of the world. Can you dig it? "Equality is the thing that will let that freedom ring."
Song Description
'Let freedom ring' is an American anthem like Woody Guthrie's 'This land is your land,' or the eternal 'God bless America.' This song is an inspiration for our nation, from the humble acoustic beginning to the soaring gospel chorus at the end.
Our nation is suffering now, and I wanted to write a song that would inspire us and remind us that we always have been, and always will be, great. But the song tells us that we must take responsibility for our nation. It says "Let us" let freedom ring. We Americans are the ones who must show how great we are. And that greatness comes from our belief in equality for all. The song tells us that if we strive for equality for everyone, we will be a beacon for the rest of the world. Can you dig it? "Equality is the thing that will let that freedom ring."
Song Length |
4:24 |
Genre |
Folk - Rock, Unique - Gospel |
Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Joyful, Welcoming |
Subject |
Freedom, Justice |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Let's let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let me hear your voices sing
Let's let freedom ring
Oh, the many blessings bring
If we just let freedom ring
Freedom in a land that's free
What's that mean to you and me?
Everybody equal, see?
All of our humanity
Equality is the thing
That will let that freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let me hear your voices sing
Let's let freedom ring
Oh, the many blessings bring
If we just let freedom ring
Who has walked this way before?
Who has beaten down the door?
Many people struggle, can't you see?
To have real opportunity
If you know of where I sing
Then help me let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let me hear your voices sing
Let's let freedom ring
Oh, the many blessings bring
If we just let freedom ring
We have been a beacon bright
Many come to seek the light
From every shore and sailing every sea
Pilgrims like in most our families
And we will always be the real thing
If we just let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let me hear your voices sing
Let's let freedom ring
Oh, the many blessings bring
If we just let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring
Let's let freedom ring