I've left my home since time long gone,
The way for me was not yet known.
My destiny seemed dark and grim,
A life with failure and disgrace.
But amidst the forest's oldest trees,
I stumbled 'pon a sight of me,
Falling oft, not giving in,
My lot was suddenly revealed.
Chorus
A new day rising,
Another day to live again.
A new day rising,
Another day to claim my place. A new day rising,
Another day to live or die.
A new day rising,
Another day to try.
This scene before my weary eyes,
The sound of song among the trees,
Full of might and heroic deeds,
Marks the start of my long quest.
