All the clocks are running down
    All our temples turn to dust
    All the seasons wheel around
    Say what you will, do what you must

    The snowy peaks are set to thaw
    Our high ideals will melt and drip
    The streams become a waterfall
    Erode our empires, bit by bit

    All the clocks are running down
    All our bridges turn to rust
    All that’s lost will yet be found
    Lay down your bets on gods you trust

    The battle’s reached the castle wall
    Our grand defence will never last
    The pride of kings begets their fall
    Our future echoes from the past

    All the clocks are running down
    All our dreams a bitter pill
    All the cities sink and drown
    Say what you must, do what you will

    The ocean listens as we call
    Our yearning drifts upon the tide
    The planet wraps us in a ball
    Our beauty soothes the fears we hide

    All the clocks are running down
    All our days are meant to thrill
    All the fruits lie on the ground
    So pick them up, enjoy your fill

    The forest trees are growing tall
    Our spirit reaches for the skies
    The flowers bloom throughout it all
    Our hope still blossoms on the rise

    All the clocks are running down
    All our rain and sun above
    All the roads are nowhere bound
    It matters not, if we have love

    — Wayne Visser