The dawn of a new day is coming

And all across the land

African American people

Are united and forging ahead!

Oh mighty people born of struggle

and forged in the fires of freedom

The hour of our victory is here and now

and our forefather’s hope revealed!

Now is the time

to grasp and take hold

Of every opportunity,

to be all you can

and achieve every goal

To realize our ancestor’s dreams!

Fear not the hard work or struggle

Doubt not your ability to succeed

Be determined to be victorious

and dare to be all you can be!