[Intro] [Verse 1] Hand-me-down shoes Two sizes too big Mama at the table Doing math with the bills Skipped every summer trip For the winter heat We learned early How to stretch a week Coupon on the counter Dream on the shelf Every little birthday Was a test for her health She'd say "Baby I’m tired But you're worth every cent" Taught me early What good money meant [Chorus] If it guards my joy Then it’s a good investment If it feeds my peace Then it’s a good investment Might cost some sleep Might cost some cents But if it keeps my heart this full Then it’s a good investment [Break] [Verse 2] Now I pack lunch Instead of eating out Drive the old car With the rust on the mouth Clock in early Leave a little bit late Stacking quiet victories On a paper plate Saying "no" to a night out "Yes" to my rest Paying off the debt So my kids start blessed I miss some parties I miss some trends But I don't miss moments With my real friends (yeah) [Chorus] If it guards my joy Then it’s a good investment If it feeds my peace Then it’s a good investment Might cost some sleep Might cost some cents But if it keeps my heart this full Then it’s a good investment [Bridge] I remember wishing For a little more cash Now I count blessings Instead of what I lack Thankful for the hunger That taught me content Grateful for the days Every dollar had a plan [Solo] [Chorus] If it guards my joy Then it’s a good investment If it feeds my peace Then it’s a good investment Might cost some sleep Might cost some cents But if it keeps my heart this full Then it’s a good investment Yeah If it keeps our life this rich Then it’s a good investment
