Probably because they felt like they needed to tell the King, or the Ruler, that they needed freedom, and that they should have the right to do any religion they choose. It was most likely a racist, or religion thing
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aretha fanklin sang the song " my country tis of thee"
America (My Country 'Tis of Thee) has the words "of thee I sing" (referencing America) and "to thee we sing" (referencing God). America the Beautiful, a separate song, also has references to God, but not those exact words.
"My Country Tis of Thee" had it's lyrics written after the lyrics for "God Save the King/Queen" It was written to use the melody previously known as the national anthem for the colonies of the continental US. A far more interesting inquisition is why is the national anthem of England/Great Britain based on a song written by King of France's consort about saving the King of France from a boil on his buttocks?
The lyrics for "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" were written by Samuel Francis Smith in 1831. The melody of the song was based on the national anthem of the United Kingdom, "God Save the Queen/King."
The song that includes the lyrics "My country, 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty" is "America (My Country, 'Tis of Thee)." It is a patriotic hymn and is often sung at events like Independence Day celebrations in the United States.
The song is actually titled America (My Country, 'Tis of Thee) and was written in 1832 by Samuel F Smith.
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well the song is called "My country 'Tis of thee" and it was written by Samuel F. Smith.
aretha fanklin sang the song " my country tis of thee"
The lyrics of "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" celebrate the beauty and freedom of the United States. The song references patriotic themes such as liberty, unity, and the American spirit. It serves as a tribute to the country and its ideals.
America (My Country 'Tis of Thee) has the words "of thee I sing" (referencing America) and "to thee we sing" (referencing God). America the Beautiful, a separate song, also has references to God, but not those exact words.
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