Slow Parade

[Verse 1] They rush on past me down the street Their sirens fade on soft repeat The world is loud, the night is wide I keep my own beat — my own stride [Chorus] Slow parade, slow parade Steady feet, I know my pace Slow parade, slow parade Watch me walk — I move with grace [Verse 2] No cheering crowds, no drumline sound Just streetlight shadows all around The finish line can move a mile I'll get there in my own sweet time [Chorus] Slow parade, slow parade Steady feet, I know my pace Slow parade, slow parade Watch me walk — I move with grace [Bridge] The traffic rushed, the rain came down — I stood still. And still, I'm gaining ground. [Final Chorus] Slow parade, slow parade Steady feet, we know our pace Slow parade, slow parade Walk with me — we'll move with grace