[Intro]
I once wore a story on my sleeve, bright and bold
But the clock kept ticking, till the colors grew old
[Verse 1]
In the cafeteria lights, I chased a summer kiss
Mapped my future in her eyes, forgot what I’d miss
Books piled like skyline, coins in a jar for change
Her laughter jingled softly, but I wrote a different page
[Pre-Chorus]
I heard a whisper through the hallway of my doubts
That growing takes courage, not just chasing that glow throughout
[Chorus]
I’m learning how to stand on my own, breathe and grow
Trade reckless headlines for steady hands I should know
Love can wait till the foundations are strong
When I build my own sunrise, I’ll find where I belong
[Verse 2]
Lessons hit like winter rain, I count each brick I lay
Skills becoming compass stars guiding me through the gray
Savings stack like stairs toward a brighter floor
And if a heart still sings, it sings for something more
[Pre-Chorus]
The entrance to forever isn’t closed, just delayed
I’m changing lanes with a wiser heart and brighter shade
[Chorus]
I’m learning how to stand on my own, breathe and grow
Trade reckless headlines for steady hands I should know
Love can wait till the foundations are strong
When I build my own sunrise, I’ll find where I belong
[Bridge]
And if the world still glitters at my door
I’ll open it, not run through the folklore
For now I polish what’s inside this chest
A life well-built invites a love that’s blessed
[Chorus]
I’m learning how to stand on my own, breathe and grow
Trade reckless headlines for steady hands I should know
Love can wait till the foundations are strong
When I build my own sunrise, I’ll find where I belong
[Outro]
After the scaffolding, maybe hearts will glow anew
But I’ll be ready, rooted, honest, and true
