Story Behind The Song

I've co-written, performed and recorded with Pete Seeger over quite a few years. It seemed really right to celebrate his contribution to music and society with a folk style song, but I wanted to be sure the lyrics would not embarass either of us. By focus

Song Description

Pete Seeger's 90th birthday occurs on May 3, 2009. Pete spent nearly his entire life working tirelessly for social justice and environmental causes and getting people all over the world to sing together and sing along. I wrote this song inspired by all of

Lyrics

Sometimes the world can get you down
With war and injustice everywhere
But you do all you can do
And to help you make it through
There's nothing like a song you can share

Chorus:

Just pick some words people can repeat
To add some rhythm, tap your feet
Find a part that makes your voice sound sweet
Now sing! Sing like Pete!

Great silver river in the sun
Deep blue under stars when daylight ends
Keep our waters pure and clear
Don't let trash or toxins near
Then go out on a sail with your friends

And pick some words people can repeat
To add some rhythm, tap your feet
Find a part that makes your voice sound sweet
Now sing! Sing like Pete!

Changing the world's a major job
Takes more than some people at the top
But through struggle, work and art
We'll each do one small part
Keep singing and don't ever stop

Pick some words people can repeat
To add some rhythm, tap your feet
Find a part that makes your voice sound sweet
Now sing! Sing like Pete!

(repeat chorus)