The Great Escape

Imagine my surprise
When you walked into the room
After all, you left us
Far too soon
I cherish these times
When we meet in dreams
But sometimes, I wish you could tell me
Just what it all means
How long is the day
When they've locked you away
How high is the sky
When they won't let you fly
So much love in your heart
And so easy on the eyes
I never had the nerve to ask you
Why you always tried to hide
We all knew you had to go
So we helped you get away
Oh, but not far enough to be free
So we all, we all had to pay
How long is the day
When they've locked you away
How high is the sky
When they won't let you fly
Your memory it greets me
At times when the veil is drawing thin
I see us, nature's children, just playing in the river
Will our paths ever cross again
Oh this world that has lost you
Sure could use another lion heart like yours
Strength and pride when we bask in your light
Fear and wonder when you roar
How long is the day
When they've locked you away
How high is the sky
When they won't let you fly
How long is the day
When they've locked you away
How high is the sky
When they won't let you fly