From the recording The Heart Of An American
A celebration of the traditions of the original holiday, The Winter Solstice.
Lyrics
THE RETURN OF THE LIGHT
(Eric Erickson)
Oh, the ground is full of promise, and the sky is full of blue
And I know these days of darkness are nearly through
I have seen this place before. Yes, I come here all the year
And today there’s surely something special here.
CHORUS:
So here’s to a time of renewal
Here’s to the time when the day conquers night
Here’s to the promise the future fulfills
Here’s to the return of the light
Here’s to the return of the light
As we join in fond remembrance of the ones who came before
We will share their songs and stories together once more
Let us gather ‘round the table, spread about with bounty grand
And renew the ties that bind us to the land
CHORUS
Now we live upon a circle. It never starts, it doesn’t end
Yes, and on this day, the season begins again
So let’s raise our glasses higher with good spirit and good cheer
And we’ll drink a toast to the coming of the year
CHORUS
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E²—vocals, acoustic guitar, synth bass
Pete Levin—Fender Rhodes
Abby Newton—cello
Ellen Reitemeyer—vocals