Federalist 8 Lyrics

In the days of early America in seventeen eighty-seven

A man named Alexander wrote words that felt like heaven

Federalist Number Eight a warning and a guide

To keep our nation safe and strong standing side by side

Hamilton spoke of dangers of conflicts and of wars

How a disunited country would suffer endless scars

He warned of standing armies a threat to liberty

And how a firm union could keep us all so free

Federalist Eight oh Federalist Eight

Hamilton's wisdom our future's fate

A union strong to keep the peace

Guarding our land so conflicts cease

He painted vivid pictures of states in constant strife

Of borders lined with soldiers a tumultuous life

But with a strong republic united through and through

We'd find our path to safety our vision clear and true

The balance of security with freedom as our aim

In a vast republic we'd rise above the same

He called for unity for strength in every state

A powerful message in Federalist Eight

Federalist Eight oh Federalist Eight

Hamilton's wisdom our future's fate

A union strong to keep the peace

Guarding our land so conflicts cease

So listen to his warning from centuries ago

Hamilton's Federalist Eight still sets our hearts aglow

For in these words of wisdom a guide for you and me

To build a lasting union strong and free

Remember Alexander and his cautionary tale

In Federalist Number Eight his wisdom will prevail

A nation united in peace we will stand

Guided by his vision hand in hand