[Verse 1] Curtain rises, hands take hold Wooden voices, stories told Once, the crowds would fill the square Now just empty plastic chairs [Pre-Chorus] But I tie the strings, I set the stage Hoping someone turns the page [Chorus] Oh, the world moves fast, but I stay here Carving dreams year after year In a time of screens and fleeting lights Will they see the hands behind? I shape the tales, I bring them life But will they live beyond tonight? [Verse 2] Painted faces, silent eyes Waiting for their grand reprise Still they dance, still they bow Even if there’s no one now [Pre-Chorus] So I tie the strings, I play my part Every puppet holds my heart [Chorus] Oh, the world moves fast, but I stay here Carving dreams year after year In a time of screens and fleeting lights Will they see the hands behind? I shape the tales, I bring them life But will they live beyond tonight? [Bridge] Then a child stops, eyes so wide Reaches for the strings I guide Laughter rings, a spark remains Maybe all’s not lost to change [Final Chorus] Oh, the world moves fast, but hearts stay true And stories live in those who do In a time of screens and fleeting lights Some still see the hands behind I shape the tales, I bring them life And now they live beyond tonight [Outro] Curtain falls, but not the dream Somewhere, puppets still believe
