When does a boy [bad word] a man? 
What qualifies his soul as being worthy?
His hands, his feet, his smile they determine his view. 
But his mind, his thoughts, his actions define his worth.
My time [bad word] to rise above your words, your painful words 
and fall in love again with who I am. I'm simply me.

I hope to God that I'm someone to be proud of. 
I strive not for perfection, but a loving heart. 
When you're told you've changed you've lost it [bad word]  
Are you deemed insane... Cause you swear you're hearts still the same.
My time [bad word] to rise above your words, your painful words 
and fall in love again with who I am. I'm simply me.

This is my war; this is my hope in all I am.
This is my battle; my witness to my heart. I'll tear it out and give this all I've got.