The Tortoise's Hair

[INTRO] [INSTRUMENTAL] [Verse 1] In a world before the long ago, Was a tortoise without hair, Where tortoises had flowing fur, Her tortoise shell was bare. She longed to join their laughter, To play and feel the cheer, But her difference felt like chains, And filled her heart with fear. [Pre-Chorus] They teased her and left her out, She felt so alone, But deep inside, she had a strength, A strength she’d never known. [Chorus] "Mirror, mirror, show me, Can I be strong and free? Can this heart inside of me Shine for all to see? Forgive those who don’t understand, And follow my own way, In my reflection, find the dreams That guide me every day." [Verse 2] She traveled through the valleys, Underneath the stars so bright, Seeking ancient wisdom, Hoping for some light. Each time she saw her reflection, She learned something new, About loving who she was, And seeing things through. [Pre-Chorus] With every step she took, She let go of her fears, Finding more strength, With every single tear. [Chorus] "Mirror, mirror, show me, Can I be strong and free? Can this heart inside of me Shine for all to see? Forgive those who don’t understand, And follow my own way, In my reflection, find the dreams That guide me every day." [Bridge] At the top of the mountain, The wise one said, "Greatness comes to those, Who believe in their own head. Not for what others say, But for what’s inside, In your differences, Your beauty can’t hide." [Final Chorus] "Mirror, mirror, now I see, The light is mine to own, In every step, in every tear, In everything I’ve known. I rise because of who I am, Not in spite of it, you see, A beacon for others, Just like me." [Outro] So don’t let your heart be tired, Don’t let your steps stray, Like Frankie, bold and true, You'll light up your own way. Her story isn’t just about fur or shell, It’s about being free, To love yourself, to find your path, To write your destiny. [FADE TO END] [END] [INSTRUMENTAL] [FADING CHORUS] "Mirror, mirror, show me, Can I be strong and free? Can this heart inside of me Shine for all to see? Forgive those who don’t understand, And follow my own way, In my reflection, find the dreams That guide me every day." [FADE TO END] [END]