Original London Cast - The Sacred Bird lyrics

From this picture I keep, you my parents look out And your smiles show no scorn I am happy today For I know what to do And my heart is not torn Spirits know when to fly when its time There's no reason to mourn For the great sacred bird is reborn From the ashes he'll rise And upon his white wings I'll watch you from above I will never be far But my son it's your turn To know your fathers love I know now why I came to this earth Its so you find your place But for that I must leave your embrace You will be with your father now Give all your love to him, when I am gone Take one last look at me Don't forget what you've seen For now you must move on You will be who you want to be You, can choose whatever heaven grants As long as you can have your chance I swear I'll give my life for you No one will stop what I must do My son, I'll give my life for you