Hush now child
and don't you cry
Your folks might
understand you
by and by
Just move on up
towards your
destination
You may find
from time to time
complications
Bite your lip
And take a trip
Though there may be
a wet road ahead
you cannot slip
Just move on up
and peace
you will find
Into the steeple
of beautiful people
where there's only
one kind
So hush now child
and don't you cry
Your folks might
understand you
by and by
Move on up
and keep on wishing
Remember your dreams
are your only scheme
So keep on pushing
Take nothing less
Not even second best
Do not obey
You must have your
say so you can
past the test
Just move on up
To a brand new day
With just a lot of faith
If you put your mind
to it you can surely
do it
Just move on up
Move on up
Move on up
Oh child just
move on up
Move on up
Move on up