SongUp AI logoSongUp AI
Pro for only $1 · limited time

Your song on every platform: Make it today, release it on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and TikTok. Commercial license included.

AI Generated Music

Forward

Smith
by Smith
Upper-Midwest polka-rock with accordion, brass, electric guitar, stomping drums and a beer-hall singalong chorus
October 30, 2026

Prompt

Upper-Midwest polka-rock with accordion, brass, electric guitar, stomping drums and a beer-hall singalong chorus. An anthem for the US state of Wisconsin, proud, warm, radio quality, clear English diction. [Vocals: male lead vocal] [Lyrics] [Verse 1] Dairy barns at daybreak and the robins on the lawn Door County cherry orchards with the lake fog nearly gone Wood violets in the woodlot, the Northwoods still and deep Wisconsin, you're the promise that we always keep [Chorus] Forward, that's the word and the way From Milwaukee to Superior, from Madison to the bay Cheese curds and a brat and a frozen Friday night Wisconsin, you're the home that holds me tight [Verse 2] Lambeau Field in January, sixty thousand strong A fish fry on a Friday and an old-time polka song The Dells in summer sunshine, supper clubs at dusk Wisconsin, you're the kindness we can trust [Chorus] Forward, that's the word and the way From Milwaukee to Superior, from Madison to the bay Cheese curds and a brat and a frozen Friday night Wisconsin, you're the home that holds me tight [Bridge] Badgers dig in deep, and so do we Wisconsin, forward, you and me [Chorus] Forward, that's the word and the way From Milwaukee to Superior, from Madison to the bay Cheese curds and a brat and a frozen Friday night Wisconsin, you're the home that holds me tight

What “Forward” is about

A singer expresses deep affection and pride for Wisconsin, highlighting its natural beauty, famous landmarks, cultural traditions, and the strong sense of community. The song celebrates the state's spirit and its comforting, reliable nature, emphasizing a forward-looking attitude.

Forward lyrics

[Verse 1] Dairy barns at daybreak and the robins on the lawn Door County cherry orchards with the lake fog nearly gone Wood violets in the woodlot, the Northwoods still and deep Wisconsin, you're the promise that we always keep [Chorus] Forward, that's the word and the way From Milwaukee to Superior, from Madison to the bay Cheese curds and a brat and a frozen Friday night Wisconsin, you're the home that holds me tight [Verse 2] Lambeau Field in January, sixty thousand strong A fish fry on a Friday and an old-time polka song The Dells in summer sunshine, supper clubs at dusk Wisconsin, you're the kindness we can trust [Chorus] Forward, that's the word and the way From Milwaukee to Superior, from Madison to the bay Cheese curds and a brat and a frozen Friday night Wisconsin, you're the home that holds me tight [Bridge] Badgers dig in deep, and so do we Wisconsin, forward, you and me [Chorus] Forward, that's the word and the way From Milwaukee to Superior, from Madison to the bay Cheese curds and a brat and a frozen Friday night Wisconsin, you're the home that holds me tight

Lines explained

“Wisconsin, you're the promise that we always keep”

This line personifies Wisconsin as a reliable entity, suggesting a deep, enduring trust and commitment from its residents.

“Forward, that's the word and the way”

'Forward' is the official motto of the state of Wisconsin, symbolizing progress and resilience.

“Badgers dig in deep, and so do we”

The badger is Wisconsin's state animal and the mascot for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, symbolizing tenacity and hard work.

About Forward

“Forward” is an English song, made by Smith with SongUp AI.

You can hear electric guitar, brass, drums, oud and accordion.

English is sung across Worldwide, and its lyrics are written in the Latin script. SongUp AI sings it natively, so the words are pronounced the way a English speaker expects, from pop anthem to any other style.

Questions about this song

What is “Forward” about?

A singer expresses deep affection and pride for Wisconsin, highlighting its natural beauty, famous landmarks, cultural traditions, and the strong sense of community. The song celebrates the state's spirit and its comforting, reliable nature, emphasizing a forward-looking attitude.

How do I make a song like “Forward”?

Open SongUp AI, press “Make a song like this” on this page, and the description fills in for you. Change the names, story or mood, pick English or any of 76 languages, and you get a new original song in a few minutes. You can also paste your own lyrics.

Can AI sing in English?

Yes. SongUp AI writes and sings full songs in English, with the lyrics in the Latin script. This song is an example; pop anthem is one of the most requested English styles.

Can I use songs I make with SongUp AI?

A song bought for $2.99 or made on a paid plan is assigned to you with commercial rights and a certificate of ownership anyone can check at songupai.com/verify, so you can post it on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram or release it on Spotify. Free-plan songs are for personal use.

More AI songs

Top creators · AI songs library · AI song lyrics · Song languages

Make your own song next

Describe a story, a person or a feeling, or paste your own lyrics. SongUp AI writes, sings and mixes a full song in a few minutes, in 76 languages.

Limited-time offer Commercial license included

Your song on every platform · Pro for $1

Make it today, release it on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and TikTok. Commercial license included.

Create a song

No track to work on? Make one from scratch.

Type an idea or your own lyrics and SongUp AI composes the whole song — music and vocals. Your first one is free.

Create a song