Pennsylvania State Song

"Pennsylvania"

Lyrics: Eddie Khoury and Ronnie Bonner

Music: Eddie Khoury and Ronnie Bonner

Adoption: 1990

HISTORY

"Pennsylvania," a song written and composed by Eddie Khoury and Ronnie Bonner, is the official state song of Pennsylvania. The song was presented to the General Assembly in 1989 for adoption. "Pennsylvania" portrays the beauty of the state and its contribution to the people of the land, and states that Pennsylvania was "Blessed by God’s own hand." It is widely sung at official functions and public gatherings.  -World Trade Press

LYRICS

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania,
Mighty is your name,
Steeped in glory and tradition,
Object of acclaim.
Where brave men fought the foe of freedom,
Tyranny decried,'Til the bell of independence
Filled the countryside.

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania,
May your future be,
Filled with honor everlasting
As your history.

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania,
Blessed by God's own hand,
Birthplace of a mighty nation,
Keystone of the land.
Where first our country's flag unfolded,
Freedom to proclaim,
May the voices of tomorrow
Glorify your name.

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania,
May your future be,
Filled with honor everlasting
As your history.