That was my brother lost in the rubble
That was my sister lost in the crush
That was our mothers, those were our children
That was our fathers, that was each one of us
A million prayers to God above
A million tears make an ocean of
One for love
One for truth
One for me, one for you
I found spirit, they couldn’t ruin it
I found courage in the smoke and dust
I found faith in the songs you silenced
Deep down it’s ringing out in each of us
Yeah yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
One for love
One for truth
One for me, one for you
Where we once were divided
Now we stand united
We stand as one… undivided
Where we once were divided, now we stand united
We stand as one… undivided
How many hands? How many hearts?
How many dreams been torn apart?
Enough, enough the time has come to rise back as
One for love
One for truth
One for me, one for you
Where we once were divided
Now we stand united
We stand as one… undivided
Undivided
Undivided
One for love
One for truth
One for me, one for you
Where we once were divided, now we stand united
We stand as one… undivided
Unity in the Face of Tragedy
Bon Jovi’s “Undivided” is a powerful anthem that explores the shared human experience during times of loss and devastation. The lyrics draw vivid connections between personal grief and collective healing, highlighting how tragedy impacts individuals and communities alike. Through references to family, faith, and resilience, the song encourages listeners to move beyond division and embrace unity. The repeated lines, “One for love, One for truth,” serve as a rallying cry for togetherness, urging us to find common ground even after our dreams have been torn apart. Ultimately, “Undivided” transforms sorrow into strength, reminding us that adversity can unite us rather than break us apart.
Song Credits
Artist: Bon Jovi
Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora
Release Year: 2002
Label: Island Records