Hush now, child

and don't you cry

your folks might

understand you

by and by

Just move on up

t'ward your destination

though you may find

from time to time

complication

Bite your lip

and take the trip

though there may be

wet road ahead

and you cannot slip

Just move on up

for peace you'll find

into the steeple

of beautiful people

where there's only one kind

So, hush now, child

and don't you cry

your folks might

understand you

by and by

Move on up

and keep on wishin'

remember your dream

is your only scheme

so, keep on pushin'

Take nothin' less

than the supreme best

do not obey

rumours people say

then you can pass the test

Just move on up

to a greater day

with just a little faith

if you put your mind to it

you can surely do it