[Verse 1]

I thought I had myself all figured out

But I've spent my whole life holding myself down

And it seems to be that sort of thing I keep doing constantly

Addicted to the pain I cause myself

My head is floating somewhere in the clouds

While I'm paid to entertain a lively crowd

They sing my songs and feel my pain 'cause pain is what creates my fame

A vicious cycle some day I'll get out

[Chorus]

I can't believe I'm standing here at all

I can't believe I made it this far

On my way with a smile on my face

To the top, and I'm not falling off

And all I need is a microphone, I'll sing

About the things that have been hurting me

It's safe to say, all the kids, I relate

To their lives, so just keep holding on

[Verse 2]

It's hard enough, try walking in my shoes

To be picked on by my peers, too much abuse

And I'm tired of not fitting in, true friends is my final wish

Just let me be myself and make it through

I have tried so hard to be a better soul

I have worked so hard at making myself whole

And through it all, my better years are still ahead, my mind is clear

Just trust me when I say I'm in control

[Chorus]

I can't believe I'm standing here at all

I can't believe I made it this far

On my way with a smile on my face

To the top, and I'm not falling off

And all I need is a microphone, I'll sing

About the things that have been hurting me

It's safe to say, all the kids, I relate

To their lives, so just keep holding on

[Bridge]

I believe I'm just like you

I believe I'll make it through

It's hard to see at times like this

But I'm not giving in, but I'm not giving in

I believe I'm just like you

I believe I'll make it through

It's hard to see at times like this

I'm not giving in, I'm not giving in

[Interlude]

And all I need is a microphone, I'll sing

'Bout the things that have been hurting me

It's safe to say, all the kids, I relate

To their lives, so just keep holding on

[Chorus]

I can't believe I'm standing here at all

I can't believe I made it this far

On my way with a smile on my face

To the top, and I'm not falling off

And all I need is a microphone, I'll sing

About the things that have been hurting me

It's safe to say, all the kids, I relate

To their lives, so just keep holding on

[Outro]

So just keep holding on

So just keep holding on

So just keep holding on

So just keep holding on

So just keep holding on

So just keep holding on