Final Puzzle: “Lyric Hunt”

Here's the final contest puzzle of 2012. Solve using the Crossword Compiler applet below, download a PDF, or use Across Lite.
The meta is a lyric from a well-known song.
Submit your answer to the meta using the form on the home page.

Lyric Hunt by Pete Muller

This puzzle is now closed. The solution will be published Tuesday January 8.