Favourite Son

If you can learn what must be learned As lions like to do, Then one day, what respect is earned When others look at you... If you can leap and pounce at will And growl a mighty roar! Then surely life would prove a thrill And who could ask for more? If you can stalk your prey ahead, Outwit it every time, Then you and others can be fed With fresh food so sublime... If you can pace yourself each day And yet remain aware, Then who cares what the others say? Don't worry, let them stare... If you can find a lioness With fire in her eyes, Yet looks at you with happiness, You've found yourself a prize... If you can show a father's love To each and every one, Cherish your diamonds in the rough, When you're a lion, my son...