Lyrics

[INTRO]
Once upon a time, in a forest so wide,
The trees sought a leader, a ruler with pride.
With whispers of winds and rustle of leaves,
They gathered together as the forest believes.

[VERSE 1]
"Olive tree, olive tree, come take the crown,
Your fruit brings the oil, let us not wear a frown!"
But the olive stood firm, with roots deep and strong,
“I bless God and people; I must carry on!”

[CHORUS]
Oh, trees of the forest, who will lead the way?
Through shadows and sunlight, in night and in day.
They searched for a king, but none would take flight,
Only thorns in the distance, brought them to light.

[VERSE 2]
“Fig tree, dear fig tree, we call out your name,
With sweet fruit you bless us; you can’t feel the shame!”
Yet the fig turned away, with wisdom he spoke,
“I’ll continue my harvest, it’s no time for smoke.”

[CHORUS]
Oh, trees of the forest, who will lead the way?
Through shadows and sunlight, in night and in day.
They searched for a king, but none would take flight,
Only thorns in the distance, brought them to light.

[BRIDGE]
Then the grapevine murmured, “What’s in it for me?
To stop all my growing, for a crown I can’t see.”
“I give wine to the thirsty, a joy to the feast,
Why lay down my branches? The highest—at least!”

[VERSE 3]
So finally the thornbush, with fire in its heart,
Said, "If I must be king, a new tale will start.
Come find shelter in shades that only I bring,
Or flames from my branches will devour your king!"

[CHORUS]
Oh, trees of the forest, who will lead the way?
Through shadows and sunlight, in night and in day.
They searched for a king, but none would take flight,
Only thorns in the distance, brought them to light.

[OUTRO]
So now hear the lesson from the trees that once roamed,
True kings stand for purpose; they find where they're home.
In the depths of their roots, in the warmth of the sun