A song written for Uncle Simon’s Musical Book Club. Inspired by The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho.
Em G D A (Bm, C)
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When I was young I wanted all that I have now.
When I was you I knew this truth that I’d get here somehow
This is better than any place I’ve been before
Is there a need for brighter shores?
What’s wrong with a house upon a hill
What’s wrong with a nice glass of tea to chill
When you’ve got all you need there’s no need for better things
Is half a dream still a dream
A silver lining’s still a hope within the clouds
I’m happy in my tower no need to come back down
I know there could be more but is it greedy to think
That what I have is not enough for a fine merchant like me
Is half a dream still a dream
Even if it’s not my destiny?
madelynne jones 