Great lyrics! At the beginning I thought: "Hm, I wonder where this will lead to". Giving "rise" a second meaning in the end was a smart move. And the whole story is really inspirational - I can imagine being it difficult to sing if you really relate to it while performing.
I have a deep respect for everyone singing just along to a guitar and nothing else (no drums, keys etc.) - you have to be a good singer to do that. The performance is flawless and convincing. One can hear that the singer stands behind what she is singing.
However, I think this would make a great rock-song too, as lyrics and voice are so powerfull!