cocoon (rewrite 2)

it's hard
it's hard work
it's the hardest work you'll ever know
it's like night
so damn dark
but you won't remember
after you've seen the glow
of the sun
and the fireflies
and the rising of the moon
it's hard work
but it's worth it
coming out of the cocoon

you're afraid
your mind's on fire
redefining everything you are
it's as dark
as the devil's deep desire
while you're endlessly searching
for that northern star
to guide you
through the night 
but the sun will be coming soon
I promise
you'll get used to the light
coming out of the cocoon

fear
will control you 
if you let it get too near
you can try
to keep it below you
but it won't disappear
but you got courage
and a curious eye
and it's finally time for you
get ready
hey, look, a butterfly!
coming out of the cocoon
you're ready
shake your wings and fly
out of the cocoon

it's hard
it's hard work
it's the hardest work you'll ever know