As I look back.

Once upon a time
In a far away place 
There was this boy 
And his name was chase.
 
As an outcast 
Walking through school 
Eyes would judge 
Cuz different aint cool. 

Barely made friends 
Yet he still got by
Played six strings 
Cuz that was his high.

Walked off stage
Diploma in hand
Barely graduated 
Still had no plan.

Worked full time 
Like an average adult.
Had romance 
still young at heart. 

Maybe too young 
Cuz till this day 
He will never again
Throw love away.

Moved to a city 
Still worked full time
Hoping someday 
His light will shine.

Never made excuses 
Still done things right 
Showing young punks
How to live the high life

Worked night and day
Never made a real friend
He would never follow 
Cuz leaders don't depend.

Cept only on himself
That's the way it had to be 
Leading by example 
So they could all see.

Hard work pays, 
Yes it pays every time
Won't kick back
Wont try to unwind

Made a deal with the devil
Just like a signed pact.
And here a year later
He's taking his life back.