The things that we go through
Are what it is that makes you.
The hardships that we live
Are the lessons that life gives.
Well, he comes home from school in fear.
His mother screams and his father wreaks of beer.
Dad's nothingness makes for clenched fists.
But, don't be scared 'cause I've been there.
The broken home has helped to keep me strong.
Don't give up; don't give in
When you're the only one in this world,
And it feels like life's turned its back on you.
I am here now and when
You ever need a hand to reach out,
And hold on to you. I know what you're
Going through
Well, she cries 'cause she's different.
They point and laugh at her torment.
But, don't hide in shame,
'Cause they're all the same.
Against the grain has helped to keep me sane.
Don't give up; don't give in
When you're the only one in this world,
And it feels like life's turned its back on you.
I am here now and when
You ever need a hand to reach out,
And hold on to you. I know what you're
Going through
Don't give up; don't give in
When you're the only one.
I am here now
If you ever need a hand.
Open your arms to me.
I'll help you if I can.
Step one is that you can see.
I'm here to understand you.
Unbroken, outspoken, unbroken.
Take my hand.
I am here; hear with all ears.
I'm here to understand