[Verse 1] Streets painted with the scars of hate Children playing in a divided state Voices hushed, dreams torn apart Apartheid's shadow cast its dark heart [Verse 2] Anger fueled our restless souls Fighting for a future, setting new goals But joy found in the laughter shared In the moments of unity, we dared [Chorus] In the shadows of apartheid, we found our light In Melbourne's embrace, we took flight Walking the path of hope and grace Our story woven in time and space [Verse 3] Peace whispered in the wind's embrace As we left behind the past's grim face Melbourne welcomed us with open arms A new beginning, away from harm [Verse 4] Frustration lingered, memories bittersweet Struggling to let go, to find our seat Yet grateful for the chance to start anew In a land where freedom flew [Bridge] Appreciative of the kindness shown In a world where love freely grown Embracing honesty, breaking free From the chains of history [Outro] In the shadows of apartheid, we stand tall now Our voices rise, our spirits proud In Melbourne's arms, our tale's unfurled This is our story, we've come from the world [Ending] (Beat fades with a melody of hope)