Ocean bird, I wish to tell you
A story from a long time ago
Oh ocean bird, I wish to tell you
That sad old song you have to know

America, so many heroes
They left their homes and crossed the waves
America, you sent your young boys
Oh ocean bird, how must I tell you
That sad old song? They came to save us!
America, so many heroes
They lost their lives and filled the graves

America, we love your heroes
America, we are your friends
America, we'll always love you
And keep you in our hearts and hands

America, so many heroes
They left their homes and crossed the waves
America, you die of grief now
Oh ocean bird, how must I tell you
That sad new song? They are in pain now!
America, we share your sorrow,
America, let hope remain