Prompt / Lyrics
[Verse 1] She came from up the block Same cracked sidewalk Same old store Knew every name on every porch Knew what we’d been praying for She knocked on every door Listened more than she would speak Turned every little “maybe someday” Into food on a plate this week [Chorus] I’m gonna stand up Take my people with me Together to that brand new home We ain’t turning back ’Til our children see it Across the river Freedom is calling me (oh, freedom is calling) Across the river Freedom is calling me [Verse 2] She raised her right hand shaking Swore to fight for every side Signed her name on all our heartache Called it “ours” and called it “mine” Turned old lots into green gardens Turned sirens into songs Said “You been told you’re asking too much You been told that for too long” [Chorus] I’m gonna stand up Take my people with me Together to that brand new home We ain’t turning back ’Til our children see it Across the river Freedom is calling me (yeah, freedom is calling) Across the river Freedom is calling me [Bridge] Who’s the mayor? She’s the neighbor Holding babies Holding plans Who’s the leader? We’re the reason She keeps reaching out her hands [Chorus] I’m gonna stand up Take my people with me Together to that brand new home We ain’t turning back ’Til our children see it Across the river Freedom is calling me (keep on, keep on) Across the river Freedom is calling me
Tags
Uplifting modern gospel-soul with choir-backed female vocals, warm piano and organ, steady marching drums, and big call-and-response hooks; verses stay intimate and story-driven, chorus blooms with stacked harmonies, tambourine, and a soaring key change on the final hook
Duration
3:01
Instrumental
No
Created
2/23/2026