MINDMUZIC - Jackie Robinson by K-Bach

MINDMUZIC presents...Jackie Robinson! Listen closely as K-Bach unleashes the story of the great baseball legend, Jackie Robinson. This spoken-word poem is part of our latest album, Black History Month. You can find this album along with over 150 songs of educational music at... www.MINDMUZIC.com LYRICS: Jackie Robinson Intro Never gave in to the hatred The baseball thief stealing them bases Jackie Robinson's ability to play Because of him, there’s more black players today Yeah, never gave in to the hatred The baseball thief stealing them bases Jackie Robinson's ability to play Because of him, there’s more black players today Verse 1 In the 40s during segregation Known for his character, he kept a good reputation Started out in the Negro leagues Kansas City Monarchs, standing out with ease Caught the eye of a GM of the Major League Branch Rickey from Brooklyn admired he First black player, yeah they gonna fight that But he had enough guts not to fight back Started at first base on the diamond For the Brooklyn Dodgers, great timing 1947 Rookie of the Year Nothing to lose, he played with no fear Yeah, breaking barriers was necessary Even through the racism, he was legendary He forever changed the game Number 42 you ought to know his name Chorus Uh yeah, he broke barriers, and record books And all the work that you know he put in Even through the hard times Still found a way to shine (Repeat) Verse 2 Not only in sports did he make an impact Breaking color barriers, yeah he did that History up in the making Even amongst his team discrimination But, he never let it hold him back He just played, never had to react Even through the harsh things that occurred From people in the crowd Screaming out them racial slurs, yeah Yeah it hurt but he stayed on his grind Made the All-Star league six straight times First black MVP, yeah he proved it Even an icon for the Civil Rights Movement Yeah, World Champion in 55’ That’s the MLB ultimate prize Then in 1962, he joined the Hall of Fame Number 42, you ought to know his name Repeat Chorus Now up to bat, Number 42, Jackie Robinson. You don’t belong here boy! You don’t need to be holdin’ that bat, you should be holdin’ them spears. Catchin’ them monkeys, antelopes and all them food, so you can survive! Hahaha. Get outta here boy! Verse 3 Imagine that mentally he wasn't strong enough Or if he didn't have the skill to last long enough Knew he was special from the moment that he came Representing blacks through every single game Never broke down, a blessing from the heavens Swung the wood through the struggle Batting .311 What if he fought back hurting opportunity? Nationwide playing in these Jim Crow communities What if he gave up? What if he quit? What if he said he ain’t ready for all of this? But he didn’t so respect him cuz he changed the game Number 42 you ought to know his name Jackie Robinson!