Verse 1 Who said that life is ours to choose? By the time I opened my eyes, half the road was gone. Raised by orders from every voice around, My heart shrinks smaller each time I breathe. Verse 2 Try to be me for just one day, Every stare feels like chains inside a cage. I nod along to every word they say, Though inside I scream so loud I scare myself away. Pre-Chorus Step into my shoes one time, A background role in every scene of someone else’s life. Silent cries locked inside my chest, Answering “yes” while my soul resists. Chorus I’ve been a victim all my life, Smiling at the world while my heart still cries. Controlled so long I forgot who I am, But who said wings can’t rise from the ground? One day these scars will turn to flight, And lift me higher, from right here— At least once. Bridge No matter what they say, I only smile, Swallowing “enough” back down each night. But in the silence I start to hear, A gentle voice calling me to walk outside. Chorus I’ve been a victim all my life, Smiling at the world while my heart still cries. Controlled so long I forgot who I am, But who said wings can’t rise from the ground? One day these scars will turn to flight, And lift me higher, from right here— At least once. Verse 3 They say someone like me must lose, Trapped in care that steals my breath away. I’ve grown used to silence and pain, But deep inside, someone still wants to break free. Pre-Chorus Step into my shoes one time, Collecting wounds that form a fragile shield. Walking the same tightrope again and again, Yet my eyes still search for clouds above. Chorus Victim all my life, but still I dream, Though they control me, I still see the sky. Whatever they say, I laugh it down, Smiling at the world while my heart still cries. But I won’t cut off my wings tonight. Bridge From the dirty ground beneath my feet, To the sky that feels too far to reach, I’ll hold my scars and climb with them, Use them as ladders to touch the stars. Final Chorus Victim all my life, but not forever, When their voices fade, will they hear mine? Say what they want, but I won’t obey, I’ll smile at myself in the mirror inside. And slowly spread my wings to fly.