The Owl's Lament

[Verse] In the old forest deep he roams in night and day With a top hat high and a monocle clear Memory slips like a shadow in the fray For demons and angels he silently steers [Verse 2] Feathers ruffled caught in the swirling mist Lost chapters of life scatter in the air Forgotten tales in moments missed Yet he flies with an elegant flair [Chorus] Hoot goes the owl in his charming attire Mind left behind but his heart still afire Guided by whispers in the dark or light An owl who dreams in the silent night [Bridge] In the moon’s soft glow roles he must play Balancing secrets as his memories sway Embracing the darkness and light on his flight A feathered diplomat in the dead of night [Verse 3] Odd rendezvous in shadows cast long Demons and angels seek his silent gaze Through forgotten echoes he remains strong With each glance he cuts through the haze [Chorus] Hoot goes the owl in his charming attire Mind left behind but his heart still afire Guided by whispers in the dark or light An owl who dreams in the silent night