it's truly amazing how far i came
especially how fast times are going
i got everything i need (for now)
i still got more to achieve

i'm my own man
taking care of myself
paying my bills
living on my own

as i look back and reflect
all those times
hearing the echoes of important voices
pursue your happiness
dream humongously big
go after what's yours
i understood everyday
the importance of achievement and survival
especially now that i'm on my own

i'm right here world
continue to build for the future
i still have plans
i still have more to accomplish
i'm grateful to have my own crib
enjoying what i love
everyone talks about having a ride
i got my ride
it's called the m.t.a-going my way

giving back to where it all started in my life
shows nothing but gratitude
people who encourage and gave me strength to live on
and whatever you put your mind into, you can do anything
even the impossible-sometimes the possible isn't working

i watched the world around me and witness
drastic changes
use to people coming in and out of my life
that's nothing new
but i remind myself
everything happens for a reason
there are lessons hidden underneath the messages

i have my backbone always and forever
i thank those who gave me guidance
more importantly
i thank myself