Story Behind The Song
As a Children's Music Specialist working with integrating music into the learning process at public and private elementary schools, I saw a need to create a song to bond children of all races, economic and cultural backgrounds into a common group. Essent
Song Description
This song is a reminder to children, as well as adults, that despite our many differences we are actually the same inside as we all have a heart--physically, emotionally, etc.
| Song Length |
2:24 |
Genre |
Unique - Children, Unique - Children |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
In High Spirits, Welcoming |
Subject |
Happiness, Joy |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
WHAT WE GOT IN COMMON
1. Across this land wherever you go
We are different in so many ways but you know
This much is certain and it shows
Inside we?re the same, and that?s what counts the most
(Chorus)
What we got in common makes us strong
It is one heart beating on and on
Different in so many ways
But what we got in common is one heart today!
2. Everywhere it?s easy to see
You and I may look different, different as can be
But nowhere else is the feeling so real
We?re all for one and one for all, that?s the deal! (Chorus)
Bridge: What we got in common
What we got in common
(Chorus)
Words and Music by Melanie Ann White
© 2001 Melanie A. White