Verse 1

I’m walking through the downpour with no umbrella in my hand,

Cold wind biting at my bones as I chase a promise in the sand.

Everybody back home said the dream’s too far to chase,

But I still see it shining like a sunrise hiding in the haze.

Every gas-station restroom mirror stares right back at me,

Whispering the truth I fear and the truth I need to see…

Pre-Chorus

The road is long and lonesome, but the vision still burns bright.

I keep pushing through the darkness ‘cause somewhere waits the light.

🔥 HOOK / CHORUS

I have to believe in me—

When the world says let it go, I say I’m meant to be free.

I can taste the candy dreams, smell the coffee on the breeze,

And even when the finish line is always one tomorrow away…

I have to believe in me.

’Cause if I don’t—nobody else will see

The fire in the dreamer who refuses to retreat.

I’m a believer of faith… and a believer in me.

Verse 2

Nashville’s still a long stretch from the place I call my home,

But every mile behind me says I’m stronger than I’ve known.

I’ve flipped burgers, hauled boxes, swept floors just to survive,

Every pickup job reminding me my dream’s still alive.

And just beyond the city lights a chance is waiting there—

A tiny stage at the Bluebird where I pray they’ll hear my prayer.

Pre-Chorus

I’m tired but I’m standing; every setback taught me grace.

I’ve been knocked down a hundred times, but I rise to take my place.

🔥 HOOK / CHORUS

I have to believe in me—

When the world says let it go, I say I’m meant to be free.

I can taste the candy dreams, smell the coffee on the breeze,

And even when the finish line is always one tomorrow away…

I have to believe in me.

’Cause if I don’t—nobody else will see

The sound of my heart longing to be sung, longing to be heard.

I’m a believer of faith… and a believer in me.

Bridge

Some nights I’m scared I’m foolish, just a wanderer in the storm,

But purpose keeps me moving, keeps a tired soul warm.

Good deeds have their price, but I pay it willingly—

’Cause the greater good feels holy when the dream’s your destiny.

And though the skies are pouring down, I still swear they’re sunny blue,

‘Cause every step I take is one step closer to the truth.

Final Chorus (Lifted/Emotional)

I have to believe in me—

When the world turns its back, I still fall to my knees

And pray this stubborn heart keeps beating out its melody.

I’m reaching for that spotlight just beyond what I can see,

Still one tomorrow from the dream…

But no matter how long the road may be,

I have to believe in me.

I will not retreat—no, I won’t admit defeat.

I’m a believer of faith… and forever a believer in me.