Black Baby

[Verse 1]
Black baby, Black baby, as you grow up
I want you to drink from the plenty cup
I want you to stand up tall and proud
I want you to speak up clear and loud…

[Verse 2]
My little Black baby, as the years roll by
I want you to walk with your head held high
I want you to live by the justice code
I want you to walk down freedom's road
My little Black baby

[Verse 3]
Oh lie away, oh lie away a-sleepin'—
Lie away safe in my arms
Oh your daddy and mommy will protect you
And keep you safe from all harm…

[Verse 4]
My little Black baby, I feel so glad
You'll have things that Mom never had
When out of men's hearts all hate is gone
You're going to live in a better land
My little Black baby