The YouTube video presents a collaborative folk song performed by multiple vocalists (Speakers A‑D) who repeatedly affirm their identity as folk singers. Throughout the verses they convey a heartfelt dedication to the craft, emphasizing authenticity, personal expression, and a mission to bring joy to listeners. The lyrics acknowledge the challenges of songwriting—mistakes, lack of formal training, and changing musical landscapes—yet stress resilience, thick‑skinned honesty, and a lifelong commitment to performing, even if they remain an "unknown legend." The piece juxtaposes personal conviction with the timeless nature of folk music, suggesting that while words evolve, the core message endures.
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I'm moving along, singing my song, sharing my soul around the globe.
When I get to play, it's all worthwhile. Men and women, boys and girls, my only mission in this world is to have a chance to make you smile. I'm a folk singer doing my I'm a folk singer with all my heart, writing songs about the way I see it.
I'm a folk singer, yes, it's true.
I'm a folk singer, that's what I do.
Simple for me, 'cause I was born to be it. I speak my mind and have thick skin. Not every song's gonna be a win. It might look bad, even when I'm out to do good. I gotta be real, I can't be fake. Even if I'll make a mistake, it's harder to get to heaven than to Hollywood.
Well, I'm a folk singer doing my part.
I'm a folk singer with all my heart, writing songs about the way I see it.
I'm a folk singer, yes, it's true.
I'm a folk singer, that's what I do.
Simple for me, 'cause because I was born to be it. Oh yeah.
Well, as I've aged, I heard him say, I don't fit into to the groove today, but I'll keep flowing in my own direction. Just because the times have changed, the song still remains the same. It just takes different words to teach the lesson.
No one tells me what to say.
No one taught me how to play. I'm just going with my inner rhythm. On this On the street or on the stage, I'm gonna sing till my old age. Even if I die an unknown legend.
'Cause I'm a folk singer doing my part. I'm a folk singer with all my heart.
Writing songs about the way I see it.
I'm a folk singer, yes, it's true.
I'm a folk singer, that's what I do.
Simple for me 'cause I was born to be.
Well, I'm a folk singer doing my part.
I'm a folk singer with all my heart, writing songs about the way I see it.
