Verse 1 I used to try to stay real small Quiet voice, back by the wall Hope nobody looked my way Just get through another day Try to fold my colors in Hide the places I have been But little by little I can see Small was never meant for me Pre-Chorus I’ve got dreams that need some room A wild heart that’s made to bloom I don’t have to fade away I was born to take my place Chorus I take up space I show my face I let my bright heart lead the way No more hiding, no more small I was never made for that at all Stand up tall Breathe in grace I belong in every place I’m allowed to shine this way I was made to take up space Post-Chorus Take up space Take up space Hands up high Own your place Take up space Take up space You are here And that is brave Verse 2 Maybe my laugh is big and free Maybe that’s part of what makes me me Maybe my thoughts run fast and wide Maybe that light was never a thing to hide I don’t need to twist or bend Just to make them comprehend I can be kind and still be strong I can be different and belong Pre-Chorus I’ve got dreams that need some room A wild heart that’s made to bloom I don’t have to fade away I was born to take my place Chorus I take up space I show my face I let my bright heart lead the way No more hiding, no more small I was never made for that at all Stand up tall Breathe in grace I belong in every place I’m allowed to shine this way I was made to take up space Bridge Step by step, we’re coming through Me and all the kids like you Big feelings, big hope, big light We do not have to shrink to survive Say it loud so the hurt hearts know You do not have to make yourself low You are worthy, bold, and safe You deserve to take your place Final Chorus I take up space I show my face I let my bright heart lead the way No more hiding, no more small I was never made for that at all Stand up tall Breathe in grace I belong in every place I’m allowed to shine this way I was made to take up space Outro Take up space Take up space Bright heart, brave heart Own your place
