You already shine, darlin' Like a lantern in the dark When you finally look inside you That's when you find your spark It ain't loud, it ain't showy Just a quiet, steady truth It's easy readin' strangers Takes a quick and clever mind But turnin' inward gently Takes a different kind of kind Takes a heart that's soft and open And a love that's patient too Clever looks outward But wisdom turns in Kindness starts bloomin' Where your own roads begin If you're wonderin' who you are Just follow that gentle wind You can lead a crowd with power Push ‘em to your will But mastering your own heart, babe Takes a quieter kind of skill Takes humility to guide you Keeps your restless spirit still Clever looks outward But wisdom turns in Kindness starts bloomin' Where your own roads begin If you're wonderin' who you are Just follow that gentle wind When kindness meets the truth You stand rooted where you are Like a note that keeps on ringin' Like a never-fadin' star Meet yourself with mercy Let your heavy guard fall down There's a door inside your depths, babe Where your truest self is found Walk on through with tender footsteps Hear that peaceful, open sound Clever looks outward But wisdom turns in Kindness keeps givin' Where your own roads begin If you're wonderin' who you are Just listen,your soul will sing Memory's gonna hold you Long after they know your name When you know yourself completely Your livin' lights the flame You already shine, darlin' And you'll always shine the same
