The Lantern Swings Low
Style: Gentle acoustic

[Verse 1]
The lantern sways above the folded wool so soft and slow
Casting all its honey light on everything below
Your breathing settles quiet as the wind outside the door
This is where the warmest, safest kind of dreams can grow

[Chorus]
Brooks, the whole wide night is holding you so gently now
Rest your head, there's nothing here to fear or wonder how
Every corner of this room was built to keep you warm
Sleep on, Brooks, the dark has softened into something kind somehow

[Verse 2]
Somewhere past the window there are stars that watch and wait
Wrapped in wool and lantern glow you're never out too late
Little hands can finally rest, they've done enough today
Close your eyes and let the hush arrive before it's late

[Pre-chorus]
Hear the quiet creak of rope that holds the light so still
Feel the blanket settle warm around you like it will
Sleep is coming closer now, so gentle, soft and near

[Chorus]
Brooks, the whole wide night is holding you so gently now
Rest your head, there's nothing here to fear or wonder how
Every corner of this room was built to keep you warm
Sleep on, Brooks, the dark has softened into something kind somehow

[Bridge]
Whatever waits beyond tomorrow, you are loved tonight
Swaying slow above you is a small and steady light

[Chorus]
Brooks, the whole wide night is holding you so gently now
Rest your head, there's nothing here to fear or wonder how
Every corner of this room was built to keep you warm
Sleep on, Brooks, the dark has softened into something kind somehow

[Outro]
The lantern dims to embers as the cabin settles deep
Sleep now, Brooks, so safe and warm, and drift away to sleep

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