"Say a Prayer for the Boys "Out There"" | |
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Song | |
Released | 1917 |
Composer(s) | Alex Marr |
Lyricist(s) | Bernie Grossman |
"Say a Prayer for the Boys "Out There"" is a World War I era song released in 1917. Bernie Grossman wrote the lyrics. Alex Marr composed the music. [1] It was published by Joe Morris Music, Co. of New York, New York. The sheet music cover was designed by the Starmer Brothers. It features a family praying at the dinner table. Behind them is a sentry guarding a campground of tents. There is an inset photo on the left side that varies per edition. [2] The song was written for both voice and piano. [3] [4] [5] [6]
It was recorded by artists Bob Hall [5] and the Peerless Quartet. [7]
The sheet music can be found at Pritzker Military Museum & Library. [8]
Verse 1:
A mighty nation hears a ringing call to arms,
A call that draws her sons from city, vale, and farm;
A nation sends the best of us across the sea,
That the rest of us forever may be free;
And while a mighty nation's heart will yearn,
Let's pray that they will soon return:
Chorus:
Won't you say a prayer for the boys out there,
For our heroes o'er the sea,
In that raging fray by night and day
They're fighting for you and me;
When they take their stand in No Man's Land,
We know they'll do their share;
So that we may live,
Their lives they give;
Say a prayer for the boys out there.
2nd Verse:
A nation's mighty voice will reach across the sea,
And cheer the hearts of those who fight for liberty;
A nation's prayers will help the weaker ones along,
And will strengthen them when everything goes wrong;
And while a nation's sons will do or die,
Let's call to the One upon high. [9]
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