Kirk Franklin performs a gospel rendition of 'Lift Every Voice and Sing,' a historic hymn often called the Black National Anthem. The song calls for unity, faith, and hope, reflecting on a difficult past while looking forward to a future of liberty and victory. Its lyrics emphasize rejoicing, faith, and perseverance, making it a powerful anthem of resilience and spiritual strength. While not explicitly Christian in every line, it is deeply rooted in the African American church tradition and carries themes of hope and faith.
Lift ev'ry voice and sing
'Til earth and heaven ring
Ring with the harmonies of Liberty
Let our rejoicing rise
High as the list'ning skies
Let it resound loud as the rolling sea
Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us
Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us
Facing the rising sun of our new day begun
Let us march on 'til victory is won
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