Glory, the theme song to the 2014 film Selma, about the march for voting rights that began in Selma, Alabama and ended in the state capital of Montgomery. The song, written by rapper Common and singer John Legend, which garnered and Oscar, recalled images of the march and reminded the listener of the struggles that happened not too long ago. Glory also, sadly, sent a message that those struggles long ago still exist today as it made reference to Ferguson, Missouri.
Moreover, Glory continues to speak to the struggles of our time. New verses that include Baltimore and Charleston can easily find their place in between the choruses of this song.
The struggle continues.
Remember. Step up. Press on.
“Now the war is not over
Victory isn’t won
But we’ll fight on to the finish
Then when it’s all done
We’ll cry Glory!
We’ll cry Glory!”
AAMAM is glorious!
