Lyrics

THANKFUL

I've got shelter, even got a bed
Got running water and I never go unfed
That's more than most so
Who the hell am I to complain
I live in a country stable and at peace
Where I can voice all my griefs and beliefs
How many people are denied
Their right to freedom of speech

I won't take for granted the good things in life
That lessen my burden & help shine my light

Today I'm simply happy to be alive
Easy or troubled times
I'm thankful
Today I'm simply happy to be alive
Family, friends for which I am thankful
I'm thankful
For the love they make me feel
I'm thankful
For the wounds they help me heal
I'm thankful
'Cause inner peace or strife
All in all
I got a good life

I can sit in the front of the bus
I’ve got an education denied most of us
I have the right to choose
The right to say no
To unwanted touch
I don’t keep up with the Joneses
“Cause I’m running a different race
And I’m surrounded by people
Who make sure I finish mine
In first place

So I won't take for granted the good things in life
That lessen my burden & help shine my light