To be an American is to be free,

To be an American is to frolic with glee.

To be an American is to stand tall,

To be an American is freedom for all.

To be an American is to obey the law,

To be an American is not to live in awe.

To be an American is to travel anywhere,

To be an American is not to be afraid or aware.

To be an American is freedom of speech,

To be an American is to have the honor to teach.

To be an American is the right to buy a home,

To be an American is to be able to afford your own.

To be an American is happiness when you buy a new car,

To be an American is when you can enjoy driving afar.

To be an American is living in a country that's great,

To be an American is where you're always given a break