It has been inspiring seeing so many positive Obama videos and blog entries. I found this video through Annie's blog entry - Creative Campaigning. Make sure to check out Annie's post and all the great links, including a link to Kathy's blog entry on riding for change.
This video/song represents so much of why I am voting for Barack Obama. It is also a very catchy tune! After listening to it a couple of times, I downloaded the song (for free). If you would prefer to watch a larger version of the video below, click here for a QuickTime version.
VOTE FOR HOPE
by M.C. Yogi
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Change begins when we believe / in a brighter day a better way to succeed / together we can make it better you and me / so we can be safe and prosperous and free
Ladies and gentleman beautiful intelligent / friends of all ages races and measurements / us citizens world wide residents / what ever your religion is or sexual preference / there’s no separateness one things connecting us / the planet we inhabit plus all the different elements / that’s the reason why we need a new president / someone who understands interconnectedness / and won’t go to war based on false evidence / who’s not addicted to oil and aggressiveness / who believes in global warming and he’ll fight pollution / instead of shredding and abusing our constitution / the candidate in 08 that we’ll be choosing / is Barack Obama cuz he’s gonna offer real solutions / lets get involved and offer all our contributions / vote for hope join the movement of the revolution
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Change begins when we believe / in a brighter day a better way to succeed / together we can make it better you and me / so we can be safe and prosperous and free
I hold this truth to be self evident / it’s time for Barack Obama to become president / that’s why I’m calling to my nation and my generation / this is our moment no more waiting or procrastinating / we gotta make it happen; time for some action / it don’t matter if your black white asian latin / we gotta vote for hope; and steer clear of fear / regardless of the garbage they put in our ears / the talking head on the radio and television / spinning the facts treating us like we’re little children / but even with the propaganda they can’t stop us can they / cuz we know in our souls that we’re gonna stand up / & let our voices be heard word to the people / lets make sure this election is fair and equal / no more illegal war dying on a distant shore / and that’s the reason why Obama’s who we’re voting for / he can restore our reputation in the world / and that’s the reason why Obama’s who were voting for / so we can be prosperous free and feel secure / and that’s the reason why Obama’s who were voting for
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Change begins when we believe / in a brighter day a better way to succeed / together we can make it better you and me / so we can be safe and prosperous and free
Obama/Biden '08
Comments (8)
Hi Girasoli, wow awesome post. Annie's post is so cool! Thanks so much for mentioning my post. I love all the positive energy going on and I loved this song. That's so cool that you're able to post the words. I really loved reading it as I listened to the song. I also think it's cool how he mixed in some of Obama's very inspirational speeches. I love it!
Go Obama! Whoo hoo!
Thanks for this very cool post!
Posted by Kathy (Trekcapri) | October 28, 2008 2:47 PM
Posted on October 28, 2008 14:47
That is great, Girasoli! I can't wait for Obama's inaugural address -- it's certain to be fantastic.
Posted by sandrac | October 28, 2008 3:58 PM
Posted on October 28, 2008 15:58
Kathy, I found the lyrics on M.C. Yogi's website. Make sure to watch the video alone also. The graphics are pretty cool.
Sandra, that is my dream!
Posted by girasoli | October 28, 2008 8:16 PM
Posted on October 28, 2008 20:16
Thanks Girasoli!
I am going to hear him speak today! Getting ready to leave soon. Rally is at noon in downtown Raleigh NC. I am so excited!
Posted by Annie | October 29, 2008 2:10 AM
Posted on October 29, 2008 02:10
Just wanted to tell you that on the way home from the rally yesterday, I saw a bright yellow Smart car covered with McCain and anti-Obama stickers. A Smart car with a not-so-smart driver, LOL.
Posted by Annie | October 30, 2008 5:03 AM
Posted on October 30, 2008 05:03
Annie, that is soooo funny!! I agree! You must have had a fabulous day! I am off to read your blog right now :)
Posted by girasoli | October 30, 2008 7:23 PM
Posted on October 30, 2008 19:23
It was wonderful. I'm SO glad I went even though it was more of an ordeal than I expected with such a huge crowd. But I'm so happy that so many people came out for him!
I'm a nervous wreck. Even though the polls look good, I'm not going to believe it until it's a done deal.
I love the MC Yogi song! And the graphics are very cool. Another example of how Obama inspires people to be creative!
Have a great weekend!
Posted by Annie | October 31, 2008 3:59 AM
Posted on October 31, 2008 03:59
Annie, it will be a memory you will have for the rest of your life!! I know just what you mean about not believing the polls until it is a done deal. As a lifelong Red Sox fan, we have learned for many years that the game is not over until the last strike/last out, even if our team is way ahead. Thanks again for the link to this song. I have been listening to it daily. Have a great weekend also!!
Posted by girasoli | October 31, 2008 8:27 PM
Posted on October 31, 2008 20:27