A Hand That Gives, A Hand That Returns

A Hand That Gives, A Hand That Returns [Verse 1] I’ve learned that life can be a winding road, With heavy hearts and heavy loads. Sometimes we stumble, sometimes we fall, Sometimes we need a friend to call. A helping hand is not a chain, It’s not a debt, it’s not a stain. It’s someone saying, “I’m here today, We’ll find a path, we’ll find a way.” [Verse 2] But trust is something we must protect, A precious gift we should respect. For when we give someone our name, We hope they never bring us shame. I don’t help because I want control, I help because I care about your soul. I’ll speak the truth, even when it’s tough, Because real friendship is more than enough. [Chorus] I’ve needed help and I’ve accepted too, Because that’s what real friends are meant to do. A hand that gives, a hand that returns, A lesson learned from every turn. [Verse 3] Don’t hand your trust to just anyone, Don’t let your kindness be undone. Your heart is gold, but gold needs care, Not every person will treat it fair. We rise together, side by side, Through every storm and every tide. No one should walk this world alone, But everyone should protect their own. [Bridge] So here’s to friends who understand, Who lift you up and hold your hand. Not because they have to, not for gain, But because true loyalty remains. [Final Chorus] A hand that gives. A hand that returns. A friendship built on respect that burns.