If Not for You
Gratitude's Melody: Dependence and Achievement
Lyrics
If anything I am or hope to be
If anything that defines who I am or aspire to become
If any compliments are paid to me
If any words of praise directed towards me
If any praises I receive for anything that I achieve
If any commendations I receive for my accomplishments
I'll never rightfully belong to you.
I won't truly belong to you, despite these accolades
For when I wonder you convinced me that I could
Because when I doubted my abilities, you encouraged me
Knowing you depended on me proved I should
Your belief in me needing to fulfill your expectations made me strive
And in your mind you never doubted that I would
In your perception, you always had faith in my capabilities
But what would I do (what would I do) if not for you.
However, if it weren't for your influence, I wonder what I'd do
I see admiration in your eyes
I perceive admiration and respect in your gaze
And I believe you think I hung the moon
It seems you hold me in incredibly high regard
And if I fail like other men or find the will to try again
If I were to fail or succeed, my essence is rooted in you
But anything I am begins with you.
Everything I am originates from your influence
For when I wonder you convinced me that I could
When I lacked confidence, you instilled belief in my abilities
Knowing you depended on me proved I should
Your reliance on me made me realize my duty to perform
And in your mind you never doubted that I would
In your perspective, there was never a doubt I'd succeed
But what would I do (what would I do) if nor for you.
But pondering what if your influence weren't present
What would I do (what would I do) if nor for you
Reflecting on what actions I'd take if not for your impact
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