Hard Times

Lyrics:

Hard times don’t mean it’s the end

They’re just the fire that helps you ascend

You’re still here. You’re still standing.

That’s strength, not damage

You’ve cried in silence, fought in the dark

Held yourself together when falling apart

You’ve carried more than anyone sees

But you still wake up and breathe

They don’t know the storms you’ve faced

Or how you’ve walked through fire with grace

You’ve been tested, stretched, torn wide

But you’ve never let the pain define your pride

And every scar, every tear

Proves you’ve made it through the fear

Don’t hide what you’ve survived

It’s the reason you're still alive

Hard times make strong hearts

You’re a fighter, that’s who you are

You bend, but never break

You rise no matter what’s at stake

This ain’t weakness, this is might

Finding your power in the fight

Hard times don’t steal your light

They sharpen it 'til you shine bright

You’ve been told “you’re too much” or “not enough”

But look at you, still choosing love

Still choosing to believe in change

Still holding on, even through the pain

No, you’re not broken, you’re built from grit

And your spirit? Can’t quit

So wear your story like a crown

Let the world see you won’t back down

Yeah, you’ve been bruised, you’ve been burned

But every lesson has been earned

You’re not who you used to be

You’re stronger now, and finally free

Hard times make strong hearts

You’re a fighter, that’s who you are

You bend, but never break

You rise no matter what’s at stake

This ain’t weakness, this is might

Finding your power in the fight

Hard times don’t steal your light

They sharpen it 'til you shine bright

So if today feels heavy and rough

Just know your presence is enough

You’ve walked through storms and still remain

That’s beauty born from pain

Hard times make strong hearts

You’re a warrior with battle marks

Still breathing, still here

Still pushing through the fear

This is your anthem, your spark

Your comeback from the dark

Hard times don’t get the last say

You do. You rise anyway.

You’re not alone, even now

You’ve made it this far, don’t doubt how

Hard times pass… but you?

You last.