When reports surfaced that Orrin Hatch had written a song dedicated to Ted Kennedy, THE WEEKLY STANDARD requested the complete lyrics. Some senators are known for their less than captivating memoirs. Other are known for their carousing. A surprising number of Republicans on the Hill are aspiring singers. Take the now defunct Singing Senators, which was a barbershop quartet featuring former Sen. John Ashcroft (baritone), Sen. Larry Craig (lead), former Sen. James Jeffords (tenor), and former Sen. Trent Lott (bass). I think we know who kept time with a little foot tapping. Sen. Hatch had the good sense to venture off on his own, launching a solo career with My God Is Love. Eight albums have followed, which can be purchased at Hatch’s non-government web site that spotlights his musical genius. His titles alternate between the religious (How His Glory Shines) and the patriotic (America United), although sometimes he manages to combine the best of both worlds (Heal Our Land). Alas, we couldn’t pry loose the lyrics for the senator’s latest tune, “Headed Home,” even on deep background. But now Hatch has decided to share his love of Sen. Kennedy with the entire world. Although the Hatch staff didn’t see fit to give THE STANDARD our much-desired exclusive, we’re still proud to link to the song at CNN. With lyrics like “Just honor him / honor him / and every fear will be a thing of the past / America / America!,” it delivers the goods.
