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The Cavalier Song is the official fight song of the University of Virginia. The song was a result of a contest held in 1923 by the University. The Cavalier Song, with lyrics by Lawrence Haywood Lee, Jr. and music by Fulton Lewis, Jr., was selected as the winner[1]. Generally the second half of the song is played during sporting events while the entire song can be heard at the Cavalier Marching Band's entrance during home football games.
[edit] Lyrics
| Verse 1 |
Come and sing dear old Virginia's name, And make the Blue Ridge roar;
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For the world yields honor to her name, Who knew her deeds of yore.
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Then make each heart a flowing bowl, And pour our pledges strong,
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As down the ages still we roll; Virginia's triumph song.
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| Verse 2 |
Once more our might has won the fight; We gain the victor's due.
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And all men raise their voice to praise, The orange and the blue.
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So, through the years, like Cavaliers, We'll shout Virginia's name!
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It e'er shall be on land and sea a sign of might and fame.
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| Chant |
Go Wahoos! Go Wahoos! Go Wahoos! Go Wahoos!
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[edit] References
- ^ Traditions - University of Virginia Cavaliers Official Athletic Site - VirginiaSports.com
[edit] External links
- Lyrics at Cavalier Marching Band site
