[Verse 1] We always know these days will come. Every story has its close. Gone too soon, or a delayed inevitable Someday everyone goes. Does everyone have a set time? An oppressive ticking clock. A countdown of words uttered And lessons learned? [Chorus] He told me to Live for the Lost! Engraved on my heart. Embossed on my soul. One day I’ll feel right To live my own life. For now, I’ll just… Live for the Lost. [Verse 2] Knowing you wanted the best for me, Has kept me sane for awhile. Pushing through the (Pain, pressure, despair) Has become my occupation. Paid in another day of grief It's time I start to take your advice. [Chorus] He told me to Live for the Lost! Engraved on my heart. Embossed on my soul. One day I’ll feel right To live my own life. For now, I’ll just… Live for the Lost. [Bridge] These words I know he would have told me Or maybe I just hope he understands Now that I live my own life again Without feeling the (Guilt, grief, anguish) Or feeling that anvil on my mind. I hope you know I love you And I still miss you every day. But I don't need to live for you anymore I continue on… For me. [Chorus] He told me to Live for the Lost! Engraved on my heart. Embossed on my soul. One day I’ll feel right To live my own life. For now, I’ll just… [Verse 3] (Live for the Lost!) But only for a time (Live for yourself!) When you can bear the days. Remember that a life well lived Is the best way to thank… The lost.