I wasn't myself for so many years it seemed 
Cold and confused my mind lost in the shadows 
When I awoke I could see so much clearer 
Held high it seems I won't be there to hear her 

And I won't be by your side 
No way of knowing 
And I won't be by your side 
Well I'll take my chances 

In this place I was left for dead 
Held down and mocked by all eyes watching 
Now free well I'll be standing much taller 
What won't kill me makes me stronger 

And I won't be by your side 
No way of knowing 
And I won't be your side 
Well I'll take my chances 
And I won't be by your side 
I'm free from you chains 
And I won't be by your side 
There's no time to cry