I Would

I would, I would I were a snake. I would, I would I were a snake.
I’d seek the warmth of sunshine. My body would uncoil.
I’d shed my skin and crawl away.

I would, I would I were an oak. I would, I would I were an oak.
I’d reach for the heavens, arms outstretched wide.
My heart and limbs would fill with pride

I would, I would I were a bird. I would, I would I were a bird.
I’d leave this cold country and find a new home.
Sing the sweetest song that’s e’er been heard.
I’d sing the sweetest song that’s e’er been heard