As long as I can remember
I've held dreams deep inside
And hearing others laugh at me
Would often make me cry
They say if you want it bad enough
Then you will find a way
You often have to close your mind
To things that others say

So,Mama let me see you smile
Please say you're proud of me
For all my life that's really what
I've wanted you to be
Tonight I'm holding in my hands
A gift I hold so dear
A gift that says I've made it as
A songwriter of the year