Verse 1
I learned early how to bend, not break
How to swallow words I never meant
World tried hard to shape my face
But I kept what heaven sent
I’ve worn the blame, I’ve paid the cost
For choosing truth over applause
They tried to tell me who to be
But I know what I stand for now
Pre-Chorus
I won’t bow to the noise
I won’t trade my name for peace
I’ve got a reason to stay solid
I’ve got a reason not to leave
Chorus
I’ll stand
When the ground starts giving way
I’ll stand
When they point and turn away
For my blood, for my name
For the light I’m raising in this flame
You can cross every line
I won’t move, I won’t break
I’ll stand
Verse 2
I’ve felt the fear creep in at night
Wondered if I’m strong enough
But when I see those trusting eyes
I remember who I was
They can come with fists or lies
With judgments dressed as truth
But I’d walk through fire barefoot
If it meant shielding you
Pre-Chorus
I won’t let this world harden you
I won’t let it steal your voice
I’ll carry the weight if it means
You grow knowing you had a choice
Chorus
I’ll stand
When the ground starts giving way
I’ll stand
When they point and turn away
For my blood, for my name
For the future calling me “Dad”
You can cross every line
I won’t move, I won’t break
I’ll stand
Bridge (soft → swell)
I don’t need a crown or throne
Just your hand holding mine
If the world tries to break you down
They’ll have to go through me first — every time
Breakdown (low, controlled)
This is my line
This is my life
This is my vow
You don’t get to touch what’s mine
Final Chorus (big, emotional)
I’ll stand
Through the fire and the rain
I’ll stand
Through the loss and the pain
For your heart, for your soul
For the man I’m still becoming whole
Let them scream, let them hate
I was built for this weight
I’ll stand
Outro
I’m not perfect
But I’m present
And I’m not backing down
I’ll stand
