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Marcy Harriell Lyrics

I count the steps from one end
Moana is familiar with her island from end to end, and she has counted every step she takes to the other side.

Of my island to the other
Moana is familiar with her island, and knows the distance from one end to the other.

It's a hundred steps from where I sleep to the sea
Moana calculated the distance from where she resides to the ocean, and found it to be exactly one hundred steps.

And when I say I've learned all there is to know
Moana believes that she knows everything there is to know about her island.

Well, there's another
Moana accepts that she still has a lot to learn about her island.

I know where I am
Moana is aware of her location and familiar with her surroundings.

From the scent of the breeze
Moana is familiar with the smells carried by the winds, and uses them to navigate.

The ascent of the climb
Moana is familiar with the incline and decline of various paths on her island.

From the tangle of the trees
Moana is familiar with the twists and turns of the trees and forests that cover her island.

From the angle of the mountain
Moana can tell her whereabouts from the angle of the mountains and hills on her island.

To the sand on our island shore
Moana can determine where she is by observing the characteristics of the beaches on her island.

There's gotta be more
Moana believes that there is more to discover and learn on her island.

I know there's more
Moana firmly believes that there is still more to learn and discover.

There's always more
Moana believes that the quest for knowledge and exploration is a never-ending one.

Someday I'll be
Moana has a strong desire to explore and discover more.

Out on the sea
Moana's dream is to travel and explore beyond her island's shores.

And I'm gonna see more
While exploring the vast ocean, Moana expects to find more and discover new things.

Sorry! I'm in somebody's way
Moana is apologetic for being in someone else's way.

They do the same thing everyday
Moana's observation is that other islanders tend to do the same thing every day.

They work, they eat, they sleep
Moana notes that the islanders lead a routine life centered around work, food, and sleep.

They pray, they tell me
Moana is of the opinion that the islanders tend to pray more than usual and advise her accordingly.

"Moana, calm down!"
The villagers are cautioning Moana to stay calm and not rush things.

That's all they ever seem to say
Moana indicates that the villagers' advice is often repetitive and unhelpful.

The other kids
Moana compares herself to the younger islanders who tend to play and dance.

Just dance and play
Moana observes the carefree nature of the younger children on the island.

How can you play?
Moana wonders how the islander children are content to just play and dance when there is so much to explore.

There's so much out there to explore
Moana's curiosity to explore beyond the shores of her island is heightened with the realization that there is a lot to discover.

She stares at the sky
Moana's passion for the unknown often leads her to gaze at the sky.

She stumbles down the beaches
Moana is not afraid to get her feet wet and her clothes dirty as she traverses the beaches.

She mumbles all the names
Moana is trying to memorize the names of the flora, fauna, and various landmarks on her island.

That her Gramma Tala teaches
Moana's grandmother teaches her about traditional folklore, history, and navigational skills.

And I wanna soar
Moana wants to feel the freedom of flying through the air.

With one foot here
Moana is grounded in the present and focused on the current moment.

And another in the distant past
Moana is mindful of her roots and heritage, and is constantly seeking to honor them.

Like I've said before
Moana has expressed her desire to explore beyond her island's shores previously.

My father, the chief
Moana's father is the chief of the island and the highest authority figure.

Says don't cross the reef
Moana's father strictly forbids crossing the reef and venturing into the open sea.

But, oh, every turn I take
Moana's desire to explore beyond the reef is so strong that she cannot resist it, despite her father's orders.

Every trail I track
Moana follows trails that other islanders do not go down and finds new routes to explore.

Every path I make
Moana creates new paths on her own off the beaten track.

Every road leads back to the sea
Moana's urge to explore ultimately leads her back to the sea, which she longs to traverse.

As they all say
Moana often hears advice from other islanders to stay away from the sea.

"Moana, slow down"
The islanders urge Moana to take her time and not rush into things.

"Moana, dream small"
The villagers believe that Moana should not dream of grand expeditions, but instead focus on her daily routine.

"Moana, don't drown"
The islanders are overly concerned that Moana might drown while venturing into the sea.

Can you drown at the call of the sea?
Moana wonders whether her passion for the ocean could lead her to drown.

'Cause I can hear it calling me
Moana feels strongly drawn to the ocean and finds it irresistible.

A thousand years ago
Moana is fascinated by the history of her ancestors and their voyages across the ocean.

We used to sail to distant islands
Moana recalls the voyages of her ancestors and the places they sailed to beyond the horizon.

Maui spoke to the sea
Moana has heard stories of the legendary Maui, who had the ability to talk to the sea.

So maybe, just maybe
Moana thinks that she could also possess a unique quality that will enable her to explore beyond her island's shores.

I was born to break the silence
Moana is certain that her destiny is intertwined with the ocean and her ability to explore it.

I know my story
Moana understands her identity, history, and heritage.

Could be extraordinary
Moana believes that there is something special about her identity and mission.

Doesn't end at the shore
Moana's calling and story extend beyond her island's shores.

I'm gonna break through
Moana is determined to push past any barriers that stand in her way to explore new places.

And find something new
Moana's thirst for knowledge and exploration is fueled by the possibility of discovering something new and exciting.

One day, I'll decide
Moana acknowledges that she is not yet ready to embark on her expedition and will wait for the right time.

To roll with the tide
Moana hopes to someday have the flexibility to travel with the ocean's currents and explore further beyond the horizon.

And I'm gonna see...
Moana is excited to explore the vast ocean and all that it has to offer.

Moana, stand tall
The islanders want Moana to remain strong and grounded while pursuing her dream.

I will cross the divide
Moana will not be deterred by any obstacle or fear, and will push past them to reach her goal.

I will ride
Moana will embark on the journey and ride the waves of the ocean with confidence and determination.

I will see what's on the other side
Moana looks forward to exploring and discovering what lies beyond the horizon.

Moana, stand proud
The villagers want Moana to be proud of her journey and accomplishments no matter the outcome.

With the ocean as my guide
Moana aligns herself with the ocean, and esteems it to be a guide and companion on her journey to explore beyond her island.

On the tide
Moana will navigate using the ocean's currents to travel further than she has ever gone before.

I will go where no one's ever been before
Moana aspires to explore untouched parts of the ocean that she and her ancestors have never seen before.

There's always more!
Moana's curiosity and passion for exploration and learning is a never-ending, always-exciting challenge.