One In a Long Line

[Verse 1]

Don't block the sun from warming me

When it's so cold in this forest

And heavy branches hang over me

And winds whisper in chorus

I have a soft side and a forgiving heart

But don't mistake me for weak

I've traveled roads that you will never roam

I carry treasures you will never own

[Chorus]

'Cause I am one in a long line, sound of body, strong in mind

I've worked hard to know myself, you don't get to decide

The way I live, who I lie with, what I forgive

So why's so hard to take me as I am?

[Verse 2]

I try to see good in everyone

Thе beating heart of our frailty

But it's getting hardеr to find common ground

When you wanna derail me

I am a livewire, I am a searing ember

Rising from the deep

The sound and fury of our mothers' voices

All they fought for carrying me

[Chorus]

I am one in a long line, sound of body, strong in mind

I've worked hard to know myself, you don't get to decide

What I believe, what I give up, how I grieve

So take your dirty hands off of my wheel

[Verse 3]

I'm feeling reckless, I'm feeling dire

Don't wanna lie in compliance

Afraid to say what I really feel

Fuck your judgment, your violence

I am a wildfire, I am a forest burned

But I will rise, you'll see

And if you think that you can bring me down

Well, go ahead and call the cavalry

[Chorus]

I am one in a long line, sound of body, strong in mind

I've worked hard to know myself, you don't get to decide

To whom I serve, 'cause in my world respect is earned

'Cause I am one in a long line

One in a long line, one in a long line