© Carol Johnson
This is a place where we don’t need cops
This is a place where we don’t need locks
Where honesty has made us free
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM
This is a place we can play in the parks
Go for a walk even after dark
Ride our bikes without scrapes or fights
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM
I HOLD THE LIGHT FOR ALL TO SEE
A VISION OF HOW IT CAN BE
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM
This is a place that is all drug free
Where violence is but a memory
Where we live and play in harmony
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM
This is a place where there is no lack
And no one is rich off another’s back
Red, brown, yellow, white or black
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM (CHORUS)
This is a place where there is no waste
And Nature takes her honored place
Where we don’t destroy and we don’t deface
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM
This is a place of family
Of friends and folk who are neighborly
Enough to eat and peaceful sleep
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM (CHORUS)
This is the neighborhood we share
And I know that love will take us there
It’s in my hands; I take my stand
I HAVE A DREAM, I HAVE A DREAM (CHORUS)
Our songs for children about peace and justice, resolving conflicts, and celebrating our global family are more important than ever in these troubled times. These Peace Resources are intended to help us all move forward with hope and tools for song and action as we work together to build a healthier, more peaceful world.