A ballad to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first Moon landing
space
inspirational
epic
soft rock
moonshot
Story behind the song
The manned space program had a great impact on me when I was a child instilling a belief that when we work together we can achieve great things and despite our troubles we can have a bright future. The 50th anniversary of the first moon landing in July 1969 reminded me of these important ideas.
Lyrics
Intro: C F/C G/C C F/C G/C
Verse 1:
C Dm
We commit ourselves to a great endeavor to leave our mark on the moon forever.
Em F Em F G G7
To prove our worth in a valiant race. To raise our hopes in the grandeur of space.
C Dm
“We do these things because they are hard.” We hold our goal in the highest regard
Em F Em F G G7
We know the gain will be worth the cost. But we won’t forget the one’s we’ve lost.
Chorus:
C E7 F Am Em7 F C Gsus G
“With one small step, one giant leap”. And as one, our footprints were left behind.
C E7 F Am Em7 F Gsus G C
The dreams we share are the ones we keep. “We came in peace for all Mankind”
Verse 2:
C C C Dm Dm Dm
Looking back from space in awe we realize, Our past and path ahead in each Earthrise.
Em F Em F G G7
Can anybody doubt what our journey’s worth, to “all the good people back on the good Earth”
C C C C Dm Dm Dm Dm
“Tranquility Base here, the Eagle has landed, Upon a new world our vision expanded.
Em F Em F G G7
“Magnificent Desolation”. Mother Earth shines in bright jubilation.
Chorus:
Re-Entry: C F/C G/C C F/C G/C
Verse 3:
C C C Dm Dm Dm
We never will forget Apollo’s years. We opened the gates on new frontiers.
Em F Em F G G7
We stand on the shore of the Cosmic Sea. Set sail for the Heavens, our spirit set free.
C C C Dm Dm Dm
Our hopeful hearts were opened that day With courage and will, they showed us the way.
Em Em F F Em Em F G G7
Our future is calling. How will we respond? Our next Giant Leap, to the Mars and beyond.
Chorus + tag Ending C F/C G/C C F/C G/C