Story Behind The Song
But when York returned from the expedition he again became a slave. He asked Clark for his freedom, or to be hired out near Louisville to be closer to his wife, who had a different owner. At first, Clark refused, but eventually, at least 10 years after t
Song Description
This song is from York's perspective as the only slave on the 1804 expeditio n.
| Song Length |
3:49 |
Genre |
Folk - Contemporary, Rock - Easy Listening |
| Tempo |
Tempo Undefined |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Nonviolent, Diplomatic |
Subject |
Slavery, Justice |
| Similar Artists |
John Cougar Mellencamp, Warren Zevon |
Language |
English |
| Era |
1800 - 1899 |
| |
Lyrics
YORK
Copyright 1999 David Walburn
Take these chains from my feet
Let me open up my stride
And you will see that I am able
And every color has its pride
So put your weight on my shoulders
And I will carry the load
And I will walk these miles For My Freedom
Walk these miles on my own
Yes, I will walk these miles For My Freedom
For My Freedom when I get back home
I will follow you and never question
And always tend to your concerns
And I won't ask for land or money
Only freedom in return
So put your weight on my shoulders
And I will carry the load
Take these chains from my feet
Let me open up my stride