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