Nature, nurture heaven and home Sum of all, and by them, driven Conquer every mountain shown But I've never crossed the river Braved the forests, braved the stone Braved the icy winds and fire Braved and beat them on my own Yet I'm helpless by the river Angel, angel, what have I done? I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire I've conquered country, crown, and throne Why can't I cross this river? Pay no mind to the battles you've won Take a lot more than rage and muscle Open your heart and hands, my son Or you'll never make it over the river Take a lot more than words and guns A whole lot more than riches and muscle The hands of the many must join as one And together we'll cross the river Nature, nurture heaven and home Sum of all, and by them, driven To conquer every mountain shown But I've never crossed the river