I wasn't myself for so many years
it seemed cold and confused
my mind lost in the shadows
when i awoke i could see so much clearer
held high it seems i won't be there to hear her
And i won't be by your side
no way of knowing
and i won't be by your side
well i'll take my chances
In this place i was left for dead
held down and mocked by all eyes watching
now free, well i'll be standing much taller
what won't kill me makes me stronger
And i won't be by your side
no way of knowing
and i won't be by your side
well i'll take my chances
And i won't be by your side
i'm free from your chains
and i won't be by your side
there's no time to cry
And i won't be by your side
no way of knowing
and i won't be by your side
well i'll take my chances
And i won't be by your side
i'm free from your chains
and i won't be by your side
there's no time to cry