
Every four years, the torch guides the way
for sportsmen and women to come out and play
joining up countries, some new and some old
whos athletes are aiming for medals of gold
Created in Athens, the Olympian way
the Ancients in Athens, called out to say
we’ll meet you in Rio … now go tell them all
and out went the runners receiving the call
Flame passed between runners, across the sea
a symbol of hope for you and for me
passing through countries far and wide
spreading the nations Olympic pride
Through London and Paris in Olympic Squares
celebrations of the flame take place here and there
Passed along Spritely by the old and the new
As excitement builds … expectations do too
So, come on and watch, as the sun shines ahead
and cheer on the athletes who’s ambitions are fed
by support of the nations, supporting their team
Welcoming heroes …. fulfilling their dream