Bird of the Century

Verse 1: In the land of the long white cloud, Where the mountains rise and the rivers shout loud. There’s a legend born in the sky, New Zealand's pride, Pūteketeke flies so high. Pre-Chorus: With feathers so bright, and a song so pure, A symbol of hope, of nature's allure. From the forests deep to the ocean's roar, This bird of the century forever soars. Chorus: Sing it out for Pūteketeke, bird of the century, New Zealand’s glory, in our hearts it will be. With wings of freedom, and a spirit so true, Pūteketeke, we’re singin' for you. Verse 2: In the morning mist, as the sun breaks through, This bird takes flight, in a sky so blue. From the fjords to the peaks, it spreads its wings, A tale of majesty, the song it sings. Pre-Chorus: In the heart of the wild, where the winds are free, Pūteketeke stands tall, in our memory. A beacon of beauty, a symbol of grace, The bird of the century, in this sacred place. Chorus: Sing it out for Pūteketeke, bird of the century, New Zealand’s glory, in our hearts it will be. With wings of freedom, and a spirit so true, Pūteketeke, we’re singin' for you. Bridge: Through the storms and the calm, it remains the same, In the annals of time, it etched its name. With every beat of its wings, it tells a tale, Of endurance, of strength, through every gale. Chorus: Sing it out for Pūteketeke, bird of the century, New Zealand’s glory, in our hearts it will be. With wings of freedom, and a spirit so true, Pūteketeke, we’re singin' for you. Outro: So let’s raise a toast, to this bird so grand, The pride of New Zealand, across the land. With a song in our hearts, and a cheer so high, To Pūteketeke, in the endless sky. Chorus: Sing it out for Pūteketeke, bird of the century, New Zealand’s glory, in our hearts it will be. With wings of freedom, and a spirit so true, Pūteketeke, we’re singin' for you. Outro: Fly high, oh bird, in the sky so blue, New Zealand's treasure, forever true. With a legacy strong, and a heart so pure, Pūteketeke, forever will endure.