uma cerca, um banjo, uma paisagem

sufjan stevens
for the widows in paradise; for the fatherless in ypsilanti

"I have called you children, I have called you son.
what is there to answer if I'm the only one?
morning comes in Paradise, morning comes in light.
still I must obey, still I must invite.
if there's anything to say, if there's anything to do,
if there's any other way, I'll do anything for you.

I was dressed embarrassment.
I was dressed in wine.
if you had a part of me, will you take your time?
even if I come back, even if I die
is there some idea to replace my life?
like a father to impress;
like a mother's mourning dress,
if you ever make a mess, I'll do anything for you

I have called you preacher; I have called you son.
if you have a father or if you haven't one,
I'll do anything for you. I did everything for you"