[Verse] A young man with a dream so bright With a smile that lights up the night From Chicago to the throne of might He stood tall reached new heights [Verse 2] Hope was his banner change was his call He walked the walk he gave his all In the halls where legends stand tall He wrote his name upon the wall [Chorus] Yes we can we heard him say In every heart he'd light the way Through the storm through the fray Guiding us to a brand new day [Verse 3] With wisdom and grace he did lead Planting hope just like a seed For every race color and creed He championed each and every need [Bridge] In times of doubt he'd beam a smile Across the miles over every trial Through every challenge every mile He’d give us reasons to compile [Chorus] Yes we can we heard him say In every heart he'd light the way Through the storm through the fray Guiding us to a brand new day