In a world still aching for harmony, this ballad is my quiet hope that true peace is possible. It asks a simple but profound question: who among us will find the courage to begin that change? For peace is not born from nations or armies, but from the brave hearts willing to cast the first ripple—believing that one soul can shift the destiny of many.

A Ballad for World Peace

In the heart of one, a revolution stirs,
A spark ignited, a spirit undeterred.
A single soul, in silence, it occurs,
A change profound, though outwardly unheard.

A whisper in the wind, a secret song,
A dance of destiny begins to throng.
In one, the many find where they belong,
In one, the weak can finally grow strong.

A single stone cast into the sea,
Can stir the waters, set the current free.
One heart’s revolution, a decree,
Can ripple out to all humanity.

A single star in the dark night’s shroud,
Can pierce the black and tear the silent cloud.
One voice, though quiet, echoes loud,
And stirs the hearts of the complacent crowd.

A single flame in the cavern’s deep,
Can light the path for those who weep.
One soul’s awakening from sleep,
Can lead the lost, the weary, and the weak.

In the heart of one, a revolution grows,
A seed of change, where once was repose.
And from this heart, a river flows,
To touch all souls, to the ocean it goes.

So, let the revolution in one begin,
To change the nation, the world within.
For in the heart of one, beneath the skin,
Lies the power to absolve all sin.

A great human revolution, a single soul’s quest,
Can change the destiny of all the rest.
In the heart of one, the world is blessed,
In the heart of one, we find our best.

Within your heart, the revolution finds its place,
A beacon of hope, from where change takes its base.
For you are the one, where the power lies,
To alter the course, where destiny complies.

In your heart, the seeds of change are planted,
In your spirit, the strength of love is granted.
You are the one, the world has acquainted,
To bring about change, your light is enchanted.

So, let the revolution within you be released,
To change the world, to be the least.
For in your heart, the tale is leased,
Of a change that can’t be ceased.

You are the one, the revolution’s melody,
In you, the world finds its remedy.
In your heart, robust and steady,
You are the change, in you, the world is ready.

You may wonder, who is the one? It’s you, it’s me,
Every soul that harbours bravery,
To establish and maintain world harmony,
The ripple begins with you, me, and everybody.

Who possesses the courage to advocate for… Peace.

Paul Baldry (LongJohn)