IAO N∆M

Lyrics

Verse 1
I keep a small flame in a paper cup
Carry it carefully when the road gets rough
Your name is a doorway I still understand
A quiet little promise held inside my hand

Pre-Chorus
If the world turns loud
I will find you through the sound

Chorus
Iao nam, say it slow
Like a river teaching stones where to go
Iao nam, stay near
One true word can make the distance disappear

Verse 2
Morning leaves a silver mark across the floor
I count the steps between the bed and door
No grand explanation, no perfect plan
Just the shape of your kindness where I know I can stand

Pre-Chorus
When the ground gives way
I will meet you there and stay

Chorus
Iao nam, say it slow
Like a river teaching stones where to go
Iao nam, stay near
One true word can make the distance disappear

Bridge
Let the old fears loosen from their knots
Let the future open what the past forgot
If you call, I will answer where I am
With both hands open, Iao nam

Final Chorus
Iao nam, say it slow
Now the river knows exactly where to flow
Iao nam, stay near
One true word has brought the faraway here

Outro
Iao nam
Iao nam