Native Son by Bryan Adams
I’ve seen many moons through these wrinkled eyes
The years have made me old
But they’ve made me wise
Now the white man lives where our rivers run
For now better days have passed
We walk the streets of broken glass
Our people vanished as snow before the summer sun
Like dogs we were driven from this place
Such injustice, time will not erase
All these changes cannot be undone
When you feel the anger inside of you
Hold your head high – let your aim be true
Though your heart beats like a drum
My native son
Once there was a time my little one
Before the wagons – before the soldiers’ guns
When this land was ours as far as the eagle flies
No white flag – no broken truce
With few words one can speak the truth –
I don’t hear it
Time won’t heal it now
With each new day that comes to pass
Will the great spirit free us all at last?
He said we were the chosen ones
For all we had there’s nothin’ left
We won’t forgive – we can’t forget
You know that your day will come
My native son
With each new day that comes to pass
Will the great spirit free us all at last?
What has happened can never be undone
When I was young – not yet a man
The sun rose and set upon our land
We were the chosen ones
My native son
© 1987 Bryan Adams
Written as a response to Kevin’s No Theme Thursday:
Here we are again, putting forth a post for No Theme Thursday: The Return. I love Kevin’s pictures. He’s so creative, and they inspire me!
When I saw this picture, i wanted to write a poem, but all I could think of was Bryan Adams and his 1987 song, “Native Son.” It’s a beautiful song with touching lyrics. I hope you’ll give it a listen.
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[1] Songfacts, “Lyrics for Native Son by Bryan Adams – Songfacts,” Songfacts.com, 2020. https://www.songfacts.com/lyrics/bryan-adams/native-son (accessed Jun. 20, 2024).
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I remember when this song came out from my countryman Bryan Adams. At the time, it was a bold statement from a performing artist and it has taken Canada a lot of years to get to the point of reconciliation. We are still working on it. It is a lifelong process. Happy Monday Kymber.
Allan
I agree so much about it being a life long process. I hope you had a good Monday, Allan.
Lovely poem, Kymber.
Thank you, Mary. 🌺
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Your poem is immense, Kymber. My heart broke as I read it. Native Americans lived for thousands of years in harmony with nature. (They even hunted with wolves, not against them). 💔 A beautiful, poignant and thought provoking poem. 💗
Thank you so much, Lesley!🌺This was actually written by Bryan Adams (I can only wish I’d written it. lol). There is so much to learn about Native American culture. 🌺🩷 I’m so glad you stopped by.
Wow one of the few Bryan Adams songs I don’t know. Very nice Kymber!
Thank you so much, Kevin. Your pictures are always wonderful.
Thank you Kymber! I am deeply grateful 🙏
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I love Bryan Adams!! Spirit is one of my favorite cartoons because it’s almost nothing but Bryan’s music. 🥰 Great job! 👏🏼👏🏼
Yes! He’s so good. And that movie is so special with his music behind it. Thank you! 🌺🩷
Heart wrenchingly beautiful Kymber <3 … Perfect pull for Kevin’s image! Resonates lyrically, visually, and thoughtfully to my heart! Thank you and wish you a wonderful weekend!
I’m so glad to hear it. Thank you. 🌺 I hope you have the loveliest of weekends.🩷
You too <3 ~ 🙂
Sad lyrics, Kymber, but what a great song. Thanks for sharing it (it’s playing in background now). 🙂
I’m glad you like it, Diana. I wanted to write something myself, but I couldn’t say it any better than Adams did. 🌺🩷
🙂 It was a perfect share.
Thank you 🌺🩷
Really strong and thoughtful lyrics! I’ve never heard of this artist or this song. I have to give this song a listen! I love finding new song to listen to! I’m always on YouTube listening to music! I gave this artist a little search and I realize he is a rock artist. What’s your favorite genre of music?
It’s an oldie, but a goodie.🩷 I was 12 when I first heard Bryan Adams and I’ve been a fan ever since. I hope you like it.
I like all kinds of music, but rock is my favorite. 😀 How about you?
You’ve given a great song a beautiful image, Kymber …. really wonderful.
and thank you for sharing 🤍🌷
Thank you so much, Destiny. Kevin’s picture immediately brought this song out of my memory. lol 🙂 I’m so glad you visited. 🌺
very much enjoyed…and a pleasure too.
lol, I’ve pulled a few images out already myself 🤭
Can’t wait to see what you do! The other one I liked was the soldier with the flag. 🌺🩷 It’s not quite coming together how I want it to, but I haven’t given up yet. lol
Kymber ….I think I may have exhausted my words lol🤭
working on a few too ….
the soldier one is so intense …. waiting on that from you now🤍
Oh dear. I might disappoint. Sure hope I can manage it. Biting nails lol I think I may have exhausted my words, too. 🌺🩷
lol… trust me…you won’t disappoint.
We are patient 😋
enjoy 🌷
Oh this song is a great blast from the past. Bryan Adams threw down with this hit! Thanks for sharing KymberNoodle! 🤗🎶😊
He sure did, Chickiedee! xo I wish it had gotten more attention back in the day. 🌺🩷
Girl, I know what you mean. Surprising isn’t it? Thanks for drawing attention to it! 🎶📀🎵
I love Bryan Adams, he is on my play list 🙂 Thank you for this.
I love him, too, and try to catch him if he’s in town. 🙂 🌺🩷
Very nice, Kymber! 😊
Thank you so much, Laura. 🌺🩷
This song was truly underrated and didn’t receive the airtime it deserved. I doubt many people today would be able to handle its lyrics.
I feel the same way about it being underrated. You just might be right about that. I’ve always felt this song should have been a huge hit for Adams.
Agree 👍🏻