Homeward Bound

[Intro, Instrumental Build] [verse 1] In the meadow where the wildflowers bloom A little child danced to an old country tune The sun kissed her cheeks, the wind in her hair She grew up wild, free from care [chorus] But the city lights called her away To a place where night looks just like day She found her dreams, but lost her soul In the city's glow, she missed her home [verse 2] Skyscrapers tall and neon signs She walked the streets, left fields behind The hustle stole the quiet of her heart In the city's beat, she played her part [chorus] Yet in her heart, a quiet plea For the simple joys that used to be The city shines but can't outdo The country's song that calls her true [bridge] Now she stands at the crossroads, under the city's crown Wondering if the path she chose was right The countryside's calling, with its sweet, serene sound It's time to find her way back to the light [chorus] Oh, take her back to where the green grass grows To the old dirt roads that she used to know Where the heart is full, and the pace is slow Back to the country, she longs to go [outro] So she'll pack her bags, leave without a sound Homeward bound, where her heart is found In the city's shadow, she'll leave her mark But her soul belongs where the meadows are stark [outro] So she'll pack her bags, leave without a sound Homeward bound, where her heart is found In the city's shadow, she'll leave her mark But her soul belongs where the meadows are stark