From the recording Journey's
Lyrics
"The Guardian's Lament"
(Lyrics - M. Novak, C. Webster - Music - M. Novak)
He once had a vision of a world in harmony
A world where humans could seek their destiny
A guide given to man for wisdom and peace
Using it’s direction would make their troubles cease
But something went wrong, a corruption in the codex
Like a virus that spread with deadly effects.
They turned to hate and violence, losing their sense of grace
The gift forgotten and the purpose of their race
Chorus:
The Guardian's Lament fell on deaf ears
The Guardian's Lament humans filled with fear
The Guardian's Lament opportunity lost
The Guardian's Lament at human’s great cost
The Guardian watched in horror as they destroyed their home
Watching them enslaved, no longer free to roam
He wept for their wasted gifts and talents
He mourned their society, ruled by tyrants
Chorus:
He tried to intervene, bring back the Codex's power
But it was too late, it’s the humans final hour
He only hoped that someday from a distant star
A new humanity is born and learn from their scars
He once had a vision of a world in harmony
A world where humans could seek their destiny
A guide given for wisdom and peace
Using it’s direction would make their troubles cease
Chorus:
