I am your friend, I am your warrior
I run your races, I walk your miles
I never give up, in stormy weather
Now I need you, to share my trials

My eyes are open, my heart is true
My words unspoken, are all for you
My hope is brave, our bond is strong
I stand for freedom, oh hear my song...

I'm yours in poverty, I'm yours in wealth
I stand for loyalty, I need your help
I'm part of history, this land so true
I give my life, my soul to you...

And I, I wanna run free
I wanna be loved in the hearts of the American people
Oh I, I wanna run free,
I wanna be loved in the hearts of the American people

I've carried soldiers, I've carried babes
I've run the gauntlet to the grave
I'm sound of heart and sure of pride
If you will stand right by my side

I'm yours in poverty, I'm yours in wealth
I stand for loyalty, I need your help
I'm part of history, this land so true
I give my life, my soul to you...

And I, I wanna run free
I wanna be loved in the hearts of the American people
Oh I, I wanna run free,
I wanna be loved in the hearts of the American people
And I, I wanna run free
I wanna be loved in the hearts of the American people
Oh I, I wanna run free,
I wanna be loved in the hearts of the American people

© Maria Daines/Paul Killington 2006

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