[Verse 1] My child, don’t ever confuse being quiet with being weak There is strength in the silence, knowing when to speak You don’t have to answer every critic on the street Explain every choice, or prove your worth to defeat Keep your heart focused on the things that truly matter Build your character up when the room is starting to shatter Keep your promises, own up to the mistakes you made Treat people with respect before the memories fade [Chorus] Choose peace over pressure, truth over appearance Kindness over pride, break through the interference Let your life speak through the way that you live That's the greatest gift that you got to give [Verse 2] If something is bothering you today, don't let it grow Talk it out with someone trusted, let the healing flow Write it down on paper, bring it honestly to prayer A burden gets lighter when you know someone is there Your worth isn’t measured by the attention that you chase Money, success, or a famous human face You got value on the ordinary days of the week When nothing special happens and the mountain's steep [Chorus] Choose peace over pressure, truth over appearance Kindness over pride, break through the interference Let your life speak through the way that you live That's the greatest gift that you got to give [Outro] Take today slowly Do what you can Learn from what you cannot change And leave room for tomorrow Peace
