Land of Liberty

Blood marks the score of a finished game Victory champions over boundless disdain Prosperous oceans cherish tides of mirth Tumultuous ties divide; Faith gives birth Annihilation arrives at a familiar destination Power ferries the raft of exploitation Beautiful and spacious eyes reflect Amber waves of pain can only collect Reason masquerading as a noble friend Purpose in the name of glory and pretend Treasure stolen by a current threat Past exchanged for a future debt Battles waged as resistance remains free Subjugated souls sing their pining plea All sweet dreams are fated to cease Unseen Lords pilfer everlasting peace Mercy requires a beating heart Capitulation demands a willing part A realm once known for liberating choice Here rests a nation, a sea, and a dying voice