A Shawnee Lullaby

When the moon is full over Wapakoneta
And there are a thousand stars in the sky

You may hear a sound
On that sacred ground; it’s a Shawnee lullaby

It is like a whisper in the evening wind
As hearing weeping in the breeze

A memory from the past
Just beyond your grasp; it’s a Shawnee lullaby

Now the legends say; way back yesterday
There was a squaw with a baby by her side

And she sang a song
It lasted all night long; it’s a Shawnee lullaby

In this melody, the Shawnee woman sang
Before they were removed out west

It's a sad, lonely voice
A family with no choice; it’s a Shawnee lullaby

So if there is a full moon over Wapakoneta
And you hear a strange wind; don’t be surprised

Remember this tale
If you hear an ancient wail; it’s a Shawnee lullaby

-Drouillard