Why do they shut me out of Heaven?

Aaron Copland

Why do they shut Me out of Heaven?

Did I sing too loud?

But I can say a little “Minor”

Timid as a Bird!

Wouldn't the Angels try me

Just once more

Just see if I troubled them

But don't shut the door!

Oh, if I were the Gentleman

In the “White Robes”

And they were the little Hand that knocked

Would I forbid?

Why do they shut Me out of Heaven?

Did I sing too loud?