Childhood Dream

[Instrumental interlude] 

{Chorus1}
This used to be my playground
It used to be my childhood dream
The place that I ran to when I felt the need
Seeing faces that showed me love
Wishing they were still here with me
But now they’re in heaven above

<Intro>
Thinking about my younger days
Visiting grandparents and living the carefree years
Memories created that last always
Christmases full of fun and laughter
Those memories are close to the hereafter

[Verse1]
So many people that have gone on
Have touched my life in a strong way
Family and friends smiled upon
Was learning lessons day by day

{Chorus2}
This used to be my playground
It used to be my childhood dream
It was the place where I soared free above

The place where I ran to when I felt the need
Seeing faces that showed me love
Wishing they were still here with me
Why did it have to end?

[Instrumental interlude] 

[Verse2]
The past has so many moments consisting of (so much love)
I’m grateful for every loved one that touched my heart
Memories that can never be torn apart

{Chorus2}
This used to be my playground
It used to be my childhood dream
It used to be the place where I soared free above

The place where I ran to when I felt the need
Seeing faces that showed me love
Wishing they were still here with me
Why did it have to end?

<Violin Strings>

(Bridge)
Don’t hold onto the past
Well that’s too much to ask
Say goodbye to yesterday
Those are words I’ll never say

{Chorus2}
This used to be my playground
It used to be my childhood dream
It was the place where I soared free above

The place where I ran to when I felt the need
Seeing faces that showed me love
Wishing they were still here with me
Why did it have to end?
This used to be my playground
It used to be my childhood dream
It was the place where I soared free above

The place where I ran to when I felt the need
Seeing faces that showed me love
Wishing they were still here with me
Why did it have to end?

The best things in life are always free
Wishing you were still here with me

melancholy, introspective classical ballad with hints of pop music style . poignant, subdued, reflective vocal