But it’s a long way that I have come
And stare beyond the plains, to where the mountains lie so still
Across the sand to find you here among these people in the sun
Here we stand and without speaking, draw the water from the well
Across the sand to find this peace among your people in the sun
Where the families work the land as they have always done
And it has taken me this distance and a woman’s smile to learn
That my heart remains among them and to them, I must return
If you come to me, Maria, I will show you what I’ve made
Across my home has grown the shadow of a cruel and senseless hand
Where your children will be born, you’ll watch them as they run
Wide awake or in a dream, it’s hard to tell
But it’s a long way that I have come
Oh, it’s so far the other way, my life has gone
If you look for me, Maria, you will find me in the shade
Though in some strong hearts the love and truth remain
Oh, it’s so far the other way, my country’s gone
