Michelle

Fifteen years old with a baby in my arms

But my loving mama kept me safe from harm

I’ve got a sensitive soul, a mind that works its own way

But I fought through the shadows to be here today

There were times I couldn't stand, the pain was so deep

But I learned to walk again, I’ve got promises to keep

Oh Michelle, you’ve come a mighty long way

So fix yourself up, get ready for the day

Put on a smile, let the sweet music play

Don't ever give up, you've got so much to give

You've fought for this beautiful life that you live

Twenty-six years of marriage, standing side by side

Got a second chance with my kids, filled with so much pride

When the world gets too heavy and I need some release

I hold my dog Chewey and I finally find peace

I wrap my whole heart in my favorite song

Proving to myself that I've been strong all along

Oh Michelle, you’ve come a mighty long way

So fix yourself up, get ready for the day

Put on a smile, let the sweet music play

Don't ever give up, you've got so much to give

You've fought for this beautiful life that you live

Look in the mirror, there is nothing to fear

Go to the doctor, let them help keep you here

Don't be scared of the steps that you still need to take

Do it for your own healing, for your own spirit's sake

You survived the hard times, you weathered the rain

Now it's time to love yourself and break every chain

Oh Michelle, you’ve come a mighty long way

So fix yourself up, step out in the day

Put on a smile, let the sweet music play

Don't ever give up, you've got so much to give

You've fought for this beautiful life that you live

Yeah, put on a smile, let the music play

Michelle, you've come a mighty long way