Stay on Track

{subdued rhodes piano

chords} {soft finger-snaps} {gentle warm bass swell}

Used to think I had to fight every battle alone,

Now I’m building up a life that’s stronger than I’ve known.

Pills on the dresser,

that’s a promise that I

keep, Small steps every morning,

now I’m finally getting sleep.

I’m not chasing every thought that tries to pull me away,

I’m just sticking to the plan,

one decision a day.

Some call it weakness,

I call it staying alive,

Taking care of my mind so my dreams can survive.

{soft rhythmic

kick-drum enters} {rising synthesizer pad} {tighter hi-hat pattern} {bassline becomes more melodic}

I stay on my meds,

got my focus on track,

Taking care of myself,

and I ain’t looking back.

Every day I’m showing up,

that’s a win in my book,

Real strength ain’t hiding—take another look.

I stay on my meds,

yeah I’m breaking the mold,

Peace of mind is worth more than a pocket full of gold.

I’m writing my story,

every page, every line,

Healthy mind, healthy grind—now it’s finally my time.

(yeah, finally my time) {soaring r&b back-up vocals} {full contemporary drum groove}

{drums drop out, leaving only rhodes piano} (healthy mind,

healthy grind) {warm tape

delay fade-out}