For over half her life she worked from nine to five

Crossing T's and dotting I's

The neon lights can't hide that she's lost her shine

She said the mornings always taste like turpentine

She said she understands the point of sacrifice

And so should I

"Pay cut but it's a paycheck

Surviving is my best revenge

What hurt you once won't hurt you again."

She meant what she said

Weathered lines across her face were an even trade

Fingerprints worn down from over-work and under-pay

At minimum wage

She said the overtime is worth these aches and pains

But is it worth the precious time that ticks away

Every second every day?

"Pay cut but it's a paycheck

Surviving is my best revenge

What hurt you once won't hurt you again."

She meant what she said

She said, woah!

She said, woah!

Woah!

Woah!

For over half her life she walked the straightest line

She only wanted to provide a future

For my brother and I

"Pay cut but it's a paycheck

Surviving is my best revenge

What hurt you once won't hurt you again."

She meant what she said