(Verse 1)
In the heart of Oklahoma, where dreams took flight,
There stood a beacon of hope, shining bright.
Tulsa’s Black Wall Street, a bustling avenue,
Where ambition soared and visions came true.
(Chorus)
Oh, Tulsa Black Wall Street, your spirit lives on,
In the stories we tell, in the strength we’ve drawn.
Though your buildings may be gone, your legacy’s strong,
Tulsa Black Wall Street, we sing your song.
(Verse 2)
Entrepreneurs and pioneers, with courage in their hearts,
Built a community, where everyone played their part.
From doctors to lawyers, from teachers to traders,
A vibrant tapestry of talents and creators.
(Chorus)
Oh, Tulsa Black Wall Street, your spirit lives on,
In the stories we tell, in the strength we’ve drawn.
Though your buildings may be gone, your legacy’s strong,
Tulsa Black Wall Street, we sing your song.
(Bridge)
But jealousy and hatred, like a wildfire, spread,
And on that fateful day, tears were shed.
In flames of destruction, dreams turned to dust,
But the resilience of the people, in whom we trust.
(Verse 3)
From the ashes arose a phoenix, determined to rise,
To rebuild what was lost, under the clear skies.
Though scars may linger, and wounds may ache,
The spirit of Tulsa Black Wall Street, no one can take.
(Chorus)
Oh, Tulsa Black Wall Street, your spirit lives on,
In the stories we tell, in the strength we’ve drawn.
Though your buildings may be gone, your legacy’s strong,
Tulsa Black Wall Street, we sing your song.
(Outro)
So let’s honor the past, as we stride ahead,
With unity and justice, let’s pave the road we tread.
For Tulsa Black Wall Street, a beacon of light,
Forever in our hearts, shining ever bright.