The Shadow and The Light

The Shadow and The Light (Verse 1: Jax ) I was six years old in the Noctis heat I was sold for a bottle on a dirty street. I learned the Code, I learned the kill I broke my back to bend my will. I wore the mask and I walked the line I thought that a Sparrow was my only sign. But then came the Harmony light From the storm of the Citadel to the Sanctuary fight. I grabbed Leo’s arm, I pulled him through And for the first time... I was looking for you. (Verse 2: Elara) I saw you standing where the others fled I saw you guarding the living and dead. You think you are empty? You think you are cold? But you wouldn't leave the Commander alone. (Chorus: Together) I saw the man beneath the machine The bravest soul that I’ve ever seen. You carry the weight so we don't have to break You are the risk that I wanted to take. My hands are stained with blood. I reached for your hand. I didn't think you would understand. I know who you are. I know you never give up on me. We are together. We are the Sun that meets the Moon. We don't need the Code. We don't need the world to see. We just need this miracle stand. (Verse 3: Jax ) I met Kestra. The blade was high. I looked in her face and I saw her die. She pulled me in. She forced the end. I lost a sister... I killed the one who loved me. I stood on the ledge with the blade in my palm Trying to find a moment of calm. I was a monster. I was the stain. I killed the one closest... and I carry the pain. God, who am I... and what have I become? (Verse 4: Elara) I saw you hesitate! I saw you freeze! I saw you drop to your trembling knees! You didn't kill her! She chose the fall! You are not a monster—you answered the call! You shouldered the blame when the whole world froze. Elder Maria told me to leave She said a Weaver should never grieve For a man with blood on his hands and his soul... But she doesn't know that you make me whole! (Bridge: The Turning Point) Together: I tried to walk away. I chased you down! I need to leave this mountain! But Leo stepped up! He looked in my eye! He told the Elder: "Do not speak against this love!" He gave us his blessing! He gave us the space! To finally find our own resting place! I am Sparrow no more. Then be Jax. Just Jax. I love you, Elara. I love you,