Before the shape of living was set in stone, When days were easy and every touch was known, This world wrote its echoes upon me, Taught me quiet lessons, planted seeds that would be. Dirt roads twisted beneath the backyard oak, Lined by tiny cars, worlds from my hopes. Those gentle hours spun in simple delight, Innocence unbroken, and hearts so light. All, we come to know, we come to see, The growing pains that set us free. From every fall, from each new thing, We learn the truths that childhood brings. Adolescence ushers in a fiercer storm, No walls to shield from bruises, bruises form. Freedom’s hands guiding, awkward and bright, A journey launched in the softest light. School Hallways crowded by uncertain fate, Where politics and rivalries soon await. First love and heartbreak, laughter and loss, Friendships won and broken, counting the cost. All, we come to know, we come to see, The growing pains that set us free. From every fall, from each new thing, We learn the truths that living brings. Stepping past the gate that once marked your home, With courage earned and strength you've grown, You seek your purpose, wander far, Every answer just another scar. You find another soul to share your days, Together weaving through joys and grays. Through heavy storms and soft sunrise, You grow together, side by side. God walks with us—silent, unseen, Amidst the noise and days routine. When burdens grow too much to bear, His quiet mercy meets us there. [Male vocals] Now twilight falls, and years slow down, My dearest gone, her soul unbound. I know she waits where angels sing, Held gently now beneath heaven’s wings. From those first days with dusty hands, To every lesson life demands, I hold these memories, bittersweet, The story’s echo at my feet. All, we come to know, we come to see, The growing pains that set us free. From every fall, from each new thing, We learn the strength that love still brings. God never leaves, though we forget, In hurried days or deep regret. His arms will lift you, see you through, Guiding every step you will pursue.
