[Verse]
Pockets empty, but my pride stay heavy
Carry this weight like a bag full of Chevy
Tears dried up, yeah, the well ran petty
Dreams ain't cheap, but my heart stay steady
Mama said, "Just ask," but I shook my head
Rather eat crumbs than be spoon-fed
They think I'm lost, but I'm carving my way
A spark in the dark, I'ma light my day
[Chorus]
I’m on my own, I’m on my grind
Won't beg, won't borrow, this mountain's mine
No handouts, no shortcuts, no throne
I’d rather struggle, yeah, I’m on my own
[Verse 2]
Late nights, ramen noodles on the stove
Chasing this high while the world moves slow
Sweat on my brow, dreams in my veins
Turn these struggles to diamonds from the pain
Daddy said, "Why fight? We can make it easier"
But I’m stubborn, hard-headed, I’m a dream believer
Stacking pennies, but I’m stacking my worth
I'll show 'em my scars, not the gold in my purse
[Prechorus]
Every fall's just a step to the climb
Every "no" just a lesson in time