[Verse 1] Hey, little me, with your sneakers untied, Racing every sunrise like it’s do or die. You kept counting birthdays like they were gold, Dreamin’ ’bout the moment you’d finally feel grown. You thought the world would open like a magic door, But every step forward asks a little more. [Pre-Chorus] You were in such a hurry to chase the skyline, Didn’t know the climb takes more than a bright mind. [Chorus] So slow down, don’t rush the hands of time. There’s beauty in the waiting, in the middle, in the climb. You’ll trade sleep for bills, and nights for pay, Learn that growing up can take your breath away. Oh, little me, hear me now somehow— Life comes fast, so learn to slow down. [Verse 2] You wanted car keys, freedom, and late-night drives, But didn’t know the world hits hard when you arrive. Thought bigger shoes meant you’d walk without fear, Didn’t see the shadows only grown hearts hear. You thought you’d have it all by twenty-two, But real dreams take time—yeah, that much is true. [Pre-Chorus] You kept trying to sprint through a marathon, Didn’t know the journey’s where you find where you belong. [Chorus] So slow down, don’t rush the hands of time. There’s beauty in the waiting, in the middle, in the climb. You’ll trade sleep for bills, and nights for pay, Learn that growing up can take your breath away. Oh, little me, hear me now somehow— Life comes fast, so learn to slow down. [Bridge] If I could hold your hand and tell you what I know— Every season matters, even when it moves slow. You’ll break, you’ll grow, you’ll rise again, You’ll learn to cherish quiet like you cherish friends. The future isn’t leaving, it’s just not here yet— Live the chapter that you’re in, don’t race ahead. [Final Chorus] So slow down, don’t rush the hands of time. You don’t need to leap—sometimes it’s okay to climb. You’ll lose, you’ll win, you’ll learn your way, And one day you’ll miss these carefree days. Oh, little me, I’m calling to you now— Life comes fast… So learn to slow down.
