To break the color lines
 Let's work together
 To improve our way of life
 Join voices in protest
 To social injustice
 A generation full of courage
 Come forth with me

 CHORUS:
 People of the world today
 Are we looking for a better way of life
 We are a part of the rhythm nation
 People of the world unite
 Strength in numbers we can get it right
 One time
 We are a part of the rhythm nation

 This is the test
 No struggle no progress
 Lend a hand to help
 Your brother do his best
 Things are getting worse
 We have to make them better
 It's time to give a damn
 Let's work together come on