'Watch the World Unfold' by Gaelynn Lea

"Watch the World Unfold" - Originally aired at Microsoft's 2023 Ability Summit
Music and Lyrics and Performance by Gaelynn Lea

Dedicated to Judith Heumann

VIDEO CREDITS
Director: Andrew Russell
Executive Producer: Alex Manning
DP: Tom Deschenes
Camera Operator: Chris Behnan
Sound Technician: Chris Linder
Gaffer: Tyler Thomas
Hair and Makeup: Kasey McGruder
Production in Duluth: Old Saw Media
Produced by Mighty Media Studios
Filmed at Denfeld High School in Duluth, MN
Special thanks: JP Rennquist

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LYRICS:

Pushing up, pushing up
Through the dirt just like a seed
But you’re never quite a flower
You feel more just like a weed

Driving through, driving through
You want to know where you are going
But the windshield’s always dirty
And you never get to see

What makes you think that you’ll ever get there?
What makes you think you deserve to know?
Who are you really, are you so important?
Take a look around and watch the world unfold

Watch the world unfold
Watch the world unfold
Watch the world unfold

Need advice, need advice
You have no clue what you’re doing
Moral compass it is spinning
And identity unhinged

Where to turn, where to turn?
There are so many opinions
And they’re all a little different
And the outlook’s getting dim

What makes you think that you’ll ever get there?
What makes you think you deserve to know?
Who are you really, are you so important?
Take a look around and watch the world unfold

Watch the world unfold
Watch the world unfold
Watch the world unfold

Pushing up, pushing up
Through the dirt just like a seed
But you’re never quite a flower
You feel more just like a weed

[lindajeancountrymusic]

Absolutely beautiful! ....thank you for a musician also and also have a disability....significant traumatic brain I also try to use my music to raise awareness and also to make people you sure did make me happy today....you are a beautiful artist and advocate! I'm so happy i came across you today!

[Moonview]

I love your voice and what you're doing for your comunity. You have a beautiful way to touch people's heart. It happens to me when I hear your voice, so sweet, so pure and your lyrics mean something.

Keep spreading love, knowledge and creativity dear Gaelynn. <3

[Here_be_dragonsss]

I was just diagnosed with a chronic illness that has been making me ill for years. This song was exactly what I needed right now and it moved to me to tears. Thank you so much for sharing your artistry with the world ♥ I am still grieving, but I feel hope.

[louiseguggisberg]

Gaelynn, you are true, pure gift to all. Thank you for your generous philosophy. I adore your voice. Reminds me of my dear friend who I miss often, Debra Burke. Like you, she had tons of hutzpah and inspired me often.

[deannajadebierman]

I love your music & what it repents & presents to the world, the lyrics are powerful & your violin play g adds to the emotion of what's being told/sung. I'm a singer songwriter too🤗

[AoedeMuseMusic]

just beautiful Gaelynn... thank you--for your vision for all of us too! <3

[darwinian]

Can't believe it took me so long to find your music, you are absolutely singularly magnificent! Every song you have written/released has so overwhelmed me - your artistry is actually just spiritually transcendent in a way I am convinced is totally unparalleled. Thank you so much for your music and please tour Australia one day. 😍🥰🤩

[phillipmitchell]

Thank you so much for sharing your passion and talent with the world!

[jayc]

I don’t know what to say except I love your sound, your voice and artistry

[brenellhornsby]

I didn't know you until just now. What a stunningly beautiful talent you share! Music turns to Light in both your hands and your voice!

[jayrainstone]

You are so incredible to listen to on every level. What a beautiful voice, beautiful instrument playing. Thank you for your music. ❤😊

[kellylave]

Only the body is maybe disabled but your spirit is very able and when you follow it, you are forever free to do all you desire in your heart. God bless you over and beyond. The Lord is your strength... Keep it up sister. You just won a new subscriber here in Switzerland though from the Fiji Islands. Shalom

[krobbie]

Such a beautiful song. Your commentary is very poignant as well. Thank you for sharing.

[maxerbaxer]

You are amazing! i remember you coming to my school!

[vampiregoat]

As a differently enabled person myself I agree with you.

[the.SteamingVegan]

I really needed to hear this. Thanks for making me think about disabled voices more!

[zwheels]

Disabled artist here. Just stumbled across this and I wanted to let you know how struck I was by your music.

[sailorloonart]

thank you so much for this gaelynn <3 i have OI and have been battling a lot with my mental health and creativity lately, but your work and your words always bring me light and joy thank you so so much <3

[sebastianboy]

Me gusta mucho tu música. Saludos desde Buenos Aires, Argentina.

[Jenny_Oblivion]

I love Gaelynn’s beautiful music❤ I discovered it on the radio, then heard her speak about advocacy. Gaelynn is so talented and I’m so grateful to be able to listen to her music.