Why Can't We Be More American
Folk Song About the Lost American Dream
The American Dream was once about fairness and opportunity—but today, it's slipping away. This folk-country song asks: Who stole the dream? And can we get it back before it’s too late? Why Can’t We Be More American? A Folk-Country Song About the Lost American Dream What happened to the American Dream?
It was supposed to mean a fair shot for everyone—hard work paying off, security for families, and a future worth believing in. But today, that dream is more alive in places like Norway, Denmark, and Canada than in the U.S. itself. This folk-country song is more than music—it’s a wake-up call.
Key Takeaways from the Video
The original American Dream was about opportunity, not survival.
Countries like Norway, Sweden, and Canada uphold those ideals better than the U.S. today.
The working class built America, but now they’re left behind.
Is it too late to get the dream back?
Or can we rebuild what was lost?
