Gatsby's American Dream - Why We Fight lyrics

So we beat on our boats against the current So we beat on these waters are uncharted bravely We sail alone riding the storm Clutching honor bearing pride Ocean salt that burns our wounds Only this immortal ship will prevail The sun sinks into distant waters in the west And off to the east the green light shimmers Amidst the fog, it stands desolate And harbors broken dreams Which we will defend