[spoken] Beneath a tomb where shadows sleep, Where ancient kings their secrets keep, A little fox with eyes of blue, Had lost all hope that someone knew [Chorus] Raise the lantern, let it shine, Your little paw will rest in mine! Through haunted halls and skies of grey, We’ll face the dark and find our way! When spirits howl and shadows call, I’ll stand beside you through it all. No matter what the night may bring, Together we can face anything! Oh, little fox, just follow me, There’s a brighter world for you to see. And if the stars forget to shine, You’ll never walk alone again — Your hand in mine! [Verse 2] Their first adventure led them west, To a village cursed and dispossessed. Where shattered windows watched the rain, And empty streets remembered pain. A tormented spirit screamed in grief, Its broken heart beyond relief. the witch raised her lantern high, As frozen magic filled the sky. The ghost was caught in silver light, Yet sorrow lingered through the night. For underneath its rage and cries, A lonely soul still wished to be alive. But little Lirael stepped ahead, With trembling paws and words she said: “I know what it means to be alone. I know the ache of having no home. You don't have to hurt the world to stay… Someone might still hear you today.” [Pre-Chorus] The witch stood still, the lantern glowed, As gentler winds began to blow. For strength alone could bind the pain, But kindness helped release its chains. [ Chorus ] Raise the lantern, let it shine, Your little paw will rest in mine! Through haunted halls and skies of grey, We’ll face the dark and find our way! When spirits howl and shadows call, I’ll stand beside you through it all. No matter what the night may bring, Together we can face anything! Oh, little fox, just follow me, There’s a brighter world for you to see. And if the stars forget to shine, You’ll never walk alone again — Your hand in mine! [Bridge] “Big Sis…” Two little words, so soft, so small, Yet stronger than the oldest wall. the witch smiled, her eyes aglow, A warmth she thought she'd never know. “I’ll teach you how to face the night, To find your courage, trust your light. And when the road is cold and steep, I’ll be the promise that you keep.” “And I’ll be brave,” the fox replied, “I’ll walk beside you, not behind. And even when the ghosts appear, You won’t have to face them without me here.” Two wandering souls, no longer lost, Found something worth more than the cost. Not blood, nor fate, nor ancient decree… Just you, little fox. Just you and me. [Final Chorus] Raise the lantern, let it blaze! We’ll chase the dark through endless days! From ancient tombs to worlds unknown, We’ve found a place to call our own! Let haunted kingdoms hear our song, The lost and lonely still belong. For every soul beneath the skies, Deserves a chance to live, to rise! Oh, little fox, now take my hand, Together we will cross this land. Through every storm, through every scar, I'll find you, wherever you are! And if the whole world turns away, We'll make our own tomorrow's day. One lantern bright, two hearts set free… A witch, a fox, a family! [Outro ] The lantern dims, the stars appear, The little fox curls close, no fear. “Big Sis… will you stay until the light?” the witch whispers, “Of course, tonight.” And as the sleeping village dreams, Moonlight dances on silver streams. Two shadows rest beneath the sky… No longer alone. No need to ask why. “Goodnight, little fox.”
