How can I look you in the eye Tell you everything will be alright When I know everything could change tomorrow How can I promise you right now That I'm never gonna let you down I know you won't remain a stranger to sorrow Oh it's a hard world My child Oh, it's such a hard world My child So I'll let go and let you run And love who you become Someday you'll learn to do the same for someone Hearts will break, one will be yours Don't bother keeping score Learn instead how to forgive and be forgiven Lift up your voice while you still can For the measure of a man Is how he sings when he thinks no one is listening Some will claim to know the truth But none can give you proof It's up to you to decide who to confide in And though it may not seem enough All you'll ever need is love Anyone who tells you differently is lying