Strength

[Verse 1]
I've been trying so hard to make everyone proud
Carrying weights that feel heavy to bear
My mother's words pierce through me like a cloud
But I'm still standing there

[Pre-chorus 1]
Sometimes I wish they could see what they do
When they push me away

[Chorus]
Please be gentle with the child inside
The one who's scared to speak their mind
I know they didn't mean to make me hide
But please be gentle this time
(Be gentle this time)

[Verse 2]
Cold comments and distance leave marks that remain
In corners of rooms where nobody looks
I've spent years trying to wash off the stain
Of feeling forsook

[Pre-chorus 2]
All I needed was warmth and a space
Where I could feel safe

[Chorus]
Please be gentle with the child inside
The one who's scared to speak their mind
I know they didn't mean to make me hide
But please be gentle this time
(Be gentle this time)

[Solo]
[Piano instrumental - 4 bars]

[Bridge]
Sitting in corners
Holding my breath
Wanting acceptance
Nothing is left
Little one trembling
Please understand
I'll be your shelter
I'll hold your hand

[Wordless Section]
Ah-ah-ah, mmm-mmm
Oh-oh-oh, mmm-mmm
(La-da-da, mmm-mmm)

[Chorus - Final]
Please be gentle with the child inside
The one who's scared to speak their mind
I know they didn't mean to make me hide
But please be gentle this time
(Please be gentle, be gentle this time)