Amber Leaves and Diesel Scent

[Chorus] Autumn chill upon the breeze Leaves of amber, gold, and red Swaying softly from the trees Words I wish I'd left unsaid This platform's cold, the air is thin A chapter closes, new begins [Verse] By the kiosk, papers gleam Roasted chestnuts fill the air Chasing shadows by the stream You adjust your backpack strap with care That worn-out leather, scuffed and old A story that will now unfold [Pre-Chorus] The luggage cart begins to squeak A distant chime, a board displays The future calling you to seek Lost within these fleeting days My heart feels heavy, standing here Fighting back a silent tear [Chorus] Autumn chill upon the breeze Leaves of amber, gold, and red Swaying softly from the trees Words I wish I'd left unsaid This platform's cold, the air is thin A chapter closes, new begins [Verse] The whistle blows, a mournful sound Twice it echoes, sharp and clear On this hallowed, waiting ground My little girl, you're on your way You turn and wave, a final glance Lost in life's unfolding dance [Pre-Chorus] Into the carriage, out of sight A silhouette against the pane Bathed in fading afternoon light Carried onward by the train The world keeps turning, fast and slow And I must learn to let you go [Chorus] Autumn chill upon the breeze Leaves of amber, gold, and red Swaying softly from the trees Words I wish I'd left unsaid This platform's cold, the air is thin A chapter closes, new begins [Bridge] The train pulls out, a steady hum Diesel scent begins to fade My senses feel a little numb Memories we softly made Rustling leaves against my shoe Whisper tales of missing you [Outro] Left behind, a leaf, a trace