With God on Our Side Bob Dylan
"With God on Our Side" by Bob Dylan, released in 1964, is a #Folk song that critiques the use of religion to justify war. The lyrics explore historical conflicts, highlighting the hypocrisy of claiming divine support for violence. Its poignant commentary on morality and faith has influenced anti-war movements and remains culturally significant. Musically, it features a simple acoustic arrangement, emphasizing the storytelling aspect.
[Verse 1]
Oh, my name, it ain't nothin'
My age, it means less
The country I come from
Is called the Midwest
I's taught and brought up there
The laws to abide
And that the land that I live in
Has God on its side
[Verse 2]
Oh, the history books tell it
They tell it so well
The cavalries charged
The Indians fell
The cavalries charged
The Indians died
Ah, the country was young
With God on its side
[Verse 3]
The Spanish-American
War had its day
And the Civil War too
Was soon laid away
And the names of the heroes
I's made to memorize
With guns in their hands
And God on their side
Oh, my name, it ain't nothin'
My age, it means less
The country I come from
Is called the Midwest
I's taught and brought up there
The laws to abide
And that the land that I live in
Has God on its side
[Verse 2]
Oh, the history books tell it
They tell it so well
The cavalries charged
The Indians fell
The cavalries charged
The Indians died
Ah, the country was young
With God on its side
[Verse 3]
The Spanish-American
War had its day
And the Civil War too
Was soon laid away
And the names of the heroes
I's made to memorize
With guns in their hands
And God on their side
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