The Tradition (Lyrics)

Born and raised from immigrant blood, made a hardworking man out of me The code I live by is the honor and honesty What I learned was passed down, from the ghosts of my family Lessons learned long before, they came from across the sea [Chorus: x2] Friendship in struggle, courage in battle, wisdom in rage Ardor in labor, piety in love, knowledge is sage Sacrifice don't always have a reward, courage is something you can't afford Pittsburgh steel in my fathers eye, the will to win and the guts to try He showed no weakness not even a trace, 'til he broke his fist on my face From US Steel to MIT, I cherish what my parents taught to me: [Chorus x2] When I'm older I'll raise a family, I'll give them the substance that tempered me They taught me the meaning of being the best I can, They raised me to be a true American [Chorus x2]