One song can spark a moment,
One flower can wake the dream
One tree can start a forest,
One bird can herald spring.
One smile begins a friendship,
One handclasp lifts a soul.
One star can guide a ship at sea,
One word can frame the goal
One vote can change a nation,
One sunbeam lights a room
One candle wipes out darkness,
One laugh will conquer gloom.
One step must start each journey.
One word must start each prayer.
One hope will raise our spirits,
One touch can show you care.
One voice can speak with wisdom,
One heart can know what's true,
One life can make a difference,
You see, it's up to you!
Sure, this world is full of trouble-I ain't said it ain't.Lord, I've had enough and doubleReason for complaint;Rain and storm have come to fret me,Skies are often gray;Thorns and brambles have beset meOn the road - but say,Ain't it fine today?What's the use of always weepin',Making trouble last?What's the use of always keepin'Thinkin' of the past?Each must have his tribulation -Water with his wine;Life, it ain't no celebration,Trouble? - I've had mine -But today is fine!It's today that I am livin',Not a month ago.Havin'; losin'; takin'; givin';As time wills it so.Yesterday a cloud of sorrowFell across the way,It may rain again tomorrow,It may rain - but say,Ain't it fine today?Douglas Malloch