There's a reality we must accept
But at hiding, we are incredibly adept
Fear's got us locked in our own house
Our enthusiasm and happiness it does douse

Let yourself shine, take off that mask
Accept your mistakes, stop taking it to task
It's better to fall 7 times and get up again
Than to fall once, and find to get up you never can

It's so hard for us to accept and embrace
That we're all together in this miserable, painful race
We've all got those flaws we hide inside
Yet we condemn those who let it slide

Fake is the new normal way of living
Bleak is the prospect, with no grace or forgiving
Hope is faded, leaving one and all jaded
Looks are pointed, words sharp, character shaded...

Give in to the tiny rays of hope
Grab on to that lifeline rope
This deep, dark tunnel leads to a light
Walk towards it, watch it get bright

We'll get through if we push hard enough
True character shines through when it gets tough
Be real, let your light blaze and be free
It's about time the truth is freed for all to see