Saint Stephen - The Storm (Official Video)

Track 2: The Storm
Album: I Love Life, I Love You
Genre: Rap/Hip Hop
Release: 04/06/2020
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No matter what you have been through, there's always a way forward and people that will cheer you on.

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Lyrics:
Verse 1
You never saw it coming
the first time he came to your room
He loved you
it’s normal
that’s what you assumed

He smiled
whispered words fell from his lips
he was nice, enticing
the fear was mesmerizing
Not sure what to do, how to act, what to say
you held your breath and let him have his way
Every day you ask, “Why didn’t I say no, why didn’t I scream?”
How could a kid know a nightmare could be someone’s dream?

Every good and perfect gift comes from above
you are the kind of person to be proud of
you’ve survived, thrived, held your own, built a life
yet your heart is seething
It’s ok to boil over
to have these feelings
you are not to blame
let go of the shame
You didn’t ask for this burden
step out from behind the cur-tin

Let the overture start
You’re the star of the show
people are cheering you on
from the back to the front row

through glory and strife
you’re an inspiration
with each beat of your heart
we grow in admiration

Rehearsals are through
it’s time to sing life’s song
be yourself all the way
freedom is where you belong

Verse 2
--Act 1
The audience goes silent
your eyes connect, turn away
speaking of that little girl
she’s gone so far astray
You smile
looking back reminds you of
hugs, teddy bears, girly things
life felt like flying with wings
You were a princess, miniature royalty
all of your actions, top priority
Every day you ask, “Why did it happen, why did things have to change?”
You’re room became a dungeon where life was rearranged.

Laughing as tears begin to form in your eyes
you thought you were treasured like a pint-size prize.
Full of faith, free from harm, you felt safe
then one day it all began
everyone was your fr-end
until that night that won’t end
the time’s a mess
you must confess
you break into a cold sweat
‘cause what happened is what you can’t forget

--Act 2
People say you’re strong
you don’t feel that way
He threw trust in the trash
you’re sick, you’re not ok

No one fulfills you
maybe love’s just a scam
but when people pull through
you wonder, is it a sham?

Are there green pastures?
Can your soul be restored?
If you don’t face the storm
life won’t be its own reward.
You knew it was coming
It’s time for the final act
in the eye of the storm
the little girl stares back

Feeling you were sold out
mad at the man, your body that
gave up, gave out
Apart from God
sparrows won’t even plunge to the ground
even the hairs on your head are numbered
He won’t let you fall down or be encumbered
compassion exists
for all that love you
and for yourself, do this
Run right to her side
Put your armor aside
stare into her eyes
tell that girl
that you love her
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References: Psalm 23 (inspiration for the green pasture line), Matthew 10:28-31