Okay to Feel

"Okay to Feel" is a song from the Jeltiri musical Amends, with music and lyrics by Creedo the Songsmith. It is sung by Vennaiah, mother of the protagonist Rilios the Sailor. It is the first song of the musical, performed at the end of the opening scene.

Lyrics

To the tune of "Saturn" by Sleeping At Last

My son, I have promised that you will understand

The meaning of existence although it can’t be planned

As elves, we must struggle down paths long and slow

And though you’re so young, there’s one thing you must know

It’s beautiful to feel, it’s natural, it’s okay

You mustn’t keep yourself from grief or pain or play

You’ve centuries ahead, but if you couldn’t even cry

When it’s time for you to fade, you’ll see all has passed you by

Your father loved you so, and his love yet lingers here

You must open up yourself so it can settle clear

Don’t fret about me, child, I just hope his death reveals

That it’s natural to weep, and it’s beautiful to feel

Be brave, and accept your lot without dread

Let him lead you still, towards the peace that lies ahead