This song is a wonderful, uplifting celebration of courage and friendship that’s perfect for listeners of all ages. It begins in a gentle, reassuring way, acknowledging that sometimes the world can feel dark and scary. But even in those tough moments, it encourages us to look inside and find a spark of courage that helps light our way.

With every verse, the song reminds us that we are never alone—when we feel weighed down or small, we can stand tall and brave, especially when we have friends beside us. The chorus is truly inspiring, painting a picture of rising up high like a kite in the sky, soaring with confidence and joy because we’re surrounded by those who care for us.

The song also speaks honestly about feeling lonely or worried, but it offers hope by reminding us that we all have inner strength. Each challenge helps us grow, and every step we take makes our spirits shine a little brighter. By turning our tears into strength and our fears into light, we learn that together, we can make everything right.

By the end, the song gently encourages anyone feeling scared to remember the brave, shining heart inside. Dancing, singing, and sharing love with others makes us unstoppable. It’s a beautiful message that with courage, love, and togetherness, there’s nothing we can’t overcome!

Lyrics:

Verse 1
In the dark of the night, when shadows play,
I find a spark of courage, lighting up my way.
Though the road feels heavy, and my heart is small,
I’m a brave little heart, I know I can stand tall.

Chorus
I will rise up high, like a kite in the sky,
With my friends all around me, I know I can fly.
No more hiding away, I’ll face what I fear,
With courage and love, I’m ready, I’m here!

Verse 2
Sometimes I feel lonely, like I’m lost at sea,
But I’ll gather my strength, I’ll be the best me!
When the worries creep in, I’ll take a big breath,
I’m a warrior inside, I won’t fear what’s left.

Chorus
I will rise up high, like a kite in the sky,
With my friends all around me, I know I can fly.
No more hiding away, I’ll face what I fear,
With courage and love, I’m ready, I’m here!

Bridge
With each little step, I’m learning to grow,
Every challenge I face helps my spirit glow.
I’ll turn tears into strength, and fear into light,
Together we’ll shine, making everything right!

Chorus
I will rise up high, like a kite in the sky,
With my friends all around me, I know I can fly.
No more hiding away, I’ll face what I fear,
With courage and love, I’m ready, I’m here!

Outro
So if you feel scared, just look inside tight,
You’re a brave little heart; you’ve got all the light!
Together we’ll dance, and together we’ll sing,
With love in our hearts, we can conquer anything!

From Fear To Love Vol. 2

Brave Little Heart

We are Cowboy Cadence—Bruce Jahn, Kathy Trevelyan, Ben Fortescue, and Sarah Fortescue—and for a decade, from 1985 to 1995, we operated as a fiercely independent musical ensemble. Our guiding principle was always authentic self-expression, and that meant we were involved in every single aspect of our creative journey. From the very first note written and the arrangements we crafted, to performing all the instruments and vocals, we handled it all. We even took on the meticulous tasks of recording and mixing right there in our own home setups, completely eschewing external producers, writers, or engineers. This deeply autonomous approach wasn't just a choice; it was essential for us to ensure our unique vision and genuine voice shone through in every piece of music we created.

This commitment to doing things our way truly shaped our diverse repertoire, which spanned heartfelt Country tunes, whimsical Children's songs, and playful Comedic pieces. While our primary focus remained firmly on crafting and perfecting our recordings, we also cherished the opportunities to share our distinctively homespun sound with others. We performed live at local fairs and various community venues, finding joy in those direct connections. However, we deliberately chose to limit our live events, a conscious decision to avoid the kind of intense spotlight and stardom often involved in the music industry. For us, it was always about the music itself, and the freedom to create it on our own terms.

Brave Little Heart

Cowboy Cadence Music