Timmy's Anthem

Timmy's Anthem sung by Brad and Robert Nelson at Folk Night at the Registry, Kitchener, Ontario, January 30 2010. By the way, Wawa, DOES now have one (just south of town). And Tim Horton's is once again Canadian-owned. Click (more info) to view the lyrics. Have a great summer! Timmy's Anthem, Copyright Brad Nelson (c) 2010

Timmy's Anthem
Brad Nelson (c) 2010

I have traveled 'cross this country from the east coast to the west
Through the prairies to the Rockies where the eagle makes its nest
It's a land of many cultures who have settled far and wide
And now call themselves Canadians and say the word with pride

So I've come to the conclusion that we share a common soul
But it's not our vast geography and not that famous goal
It's a simple cup of coffee and a pastry with a hole
It's the power of Tim Hortons that has kept our nation whole

Chorus
So let's roll boys roll, stand in line to get your coffee
And let's roll boys roll, and some Timbits* dipped in toffee (* donuts, crullers, fritters, Timbits)
And let's roll boys roll, rolling onward t'ward the rim
You can't get more Canadian than good old uncle Tim

There are Timmy's in the U.S. to compete with Krispy Kreme
One in Dublin and in London where you might just spot the Queen
There's a Timmy's in Afghanistan to show our troops we care
But there isn't one in Wawa* so don't bother stopping there (* there is one there now)

There's a Timmy's in Val Cartier and another in Prince George
One in Lunenburg and Brandon and Elora by the gorge
Seems there's one on every corner in most towns across this land
But you just can't beat a nice fresh cup of Timmy's by the Grand (note: refers to the Grand River)

Chorus

Most of us get quite impatient when there's traffic on the road
And we're quick to count the seconds if a file is slow to load
We might only cast a hasty glance if something needs a look
But we'll stand in line at Timmy's long enough to read a book

Rumour has it we're addicted to the coffee Timmy's serves
Seems they use a secret additive that works upon the nerves
When you start to get a craving and your face begins to twitch
Then it's time to take a coffee break and score another fix

Chorus

If you really need a pick-me-up then you can extra-large it
If you haven't got the pocket change they'll even let you charge it
Canadians all pride themselves in health care that is free
So we really need a Tim's plan for our coffee and our tea

Now it could be said that Starbucks gets more flavour from their bean
And a single can of Red Bull will provide you more caffeine
But there's more to drinking Timmy's than the coffee that they brew
For Canadians it's just the patriotic thing to do

Chorus

Now it's true that Tim's was bought out by a food chain we won't name
But the country makes no difference cause the stores are still the same
Didn't Shatner, Reeves, and Myers make their fortunes in LA
But we still say they're Canadians like Timmy's is today (yes, Timmy's is once again Canadian owned)

Now we exercise our right to Tim's with families, teams, and chums
And three weeks a year at roll up time we exercise our thumbs
Tim's is part of our identity, the true north strong and free
While we stand on guard for Canada we stand in line for thee

Chorus
Oh you can't get more Canadian than good old uncle Tim

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[CandyCanadiana]

As you can see, I'm a proud Canadian! I love your song! Hope we can sing together someday!

[NelsonFolk]

@CandyCanadiana Wow, Amy, that's a lot of Canadiana you generate there! I'm delighted that someone with your lively and light-hearted take on our Canadian nature enjoyed Timmy's Anthem. I too was moved by your song A Best Friend in Me. By the way, I also noticed that you didn't make any mistakes when you sang the Star Spangled Banner at American sporting events. Cheers.

[TragicTaste]

Can you post the lyrics online? they are great!

[NelsonFolk]

Hi Everyone,

Due to popular demand, the lyrics to Timmy's Anthem are now posted. Click on (more info) below the video. And thanks for all the kind support.

Cheers, and the best to you and yours for this holiday season,

Brad Nelson (Nelsonfolk)

[lddevo88]

Does anyone know the lyrics are online anywhere?

[NelsonFolk]

@lddevo88

Thanks for your interest in Timmy's Anthem. Let me know your email address and I'll be happy to send you the lyrics.

Brad Nelson (Nelsonfolk)

[twofinches]

I love folk concerts! As a Canadian who now lives south of the border, I can't tell you how thrilled I am to see Timmies sprouting up like mushrooms all over NY State! Yeah...it is like my own little Canadian Embassy :)

[cloudstone123]

I wonder if Wawa got a Timmy's because of this song? :)

[Skulblaka1987]

15 ppl like Starbucks better then Timmies.

[Dayzee1965]

@Fetch26291 they have a contest held every spring called "Roll Up the Rim to win" and there's prizes to be won hiding under your tim horton coffee cup rim!!

[impact360]

@schecterkid82 wow 5 months ago and no thumbs up.... well we canadians love you too! :)

[impact360]

well I'd like to add one, in our home town they decided to tear down a historical building rather than fix it up, so they could build a Tim Horton's :P

[dawningsun30]

@justinofbodom ya you and St. Catharines always compete for the number of coffee shops and I think you're winning again...LOL

[dawningsun30]

This is awesome!!! I can't live without my Timmy's LOL

[schecterkid82]

thumbs up if ur american

[tclhoneyabby]

Wow an awesome song, You guys are real good keep up the good work!

[TheRealSneakers]

Awesome song! Is this available on MP3? I'd love to get this to play when taking a walk. :)