I went out into the world to become whole,

To find that part of myself that had been detached from my soul.

I hadn’t realized what I’d been missing ‘til I decided to take that leap,

To search for something greater that I knew kept calling me.

They tried to stop me, tried to tell me I shouldn’t leave,

But I knew I wasn’t ready to stay here and lead

This life that everyone seemed to comfort that kept them content,

Because that voice in me grew stronger and much more dominant.

They said I didn’t have it in me, that I’d never make it,

That I was just a foolish child, I should know my place and take it.

I carried those voices, like Rapunzel carried that hair,

That weight on my shoulders, but I didn’t care.

The odds stacked against me at every turn,

But that fire within me continued to burn.

One step forward, knocked down three steps back,

But that something inside me wouldn’t look back.

I went out into the world and got my degree.

Now it’s clear for everyone to see

I’m more than just a princess, a girl, the daughter of a chief;

I am Moana, first woman President of Motunui.