Focused on the end beat clock
Lost in the process to get there
Knowing what needs to be done
Get it done in a timely manner
Trying to live up to the hype
Maintain the high standards
The young inherits the elders work
The next generation taking over
Glad to see them retire enjoy life
Applying the passed down knowledge
From the bottom to a lead role
Mentally prepared for the task
Feeding the spirit feeling empowered
Emotionally determined to make it

They went to high school together
He had a crush but never a chance
Giving her the nickname big head
She always had a BF never be single
The week of heading off to college
He wanted to kiss her make his move
Instead of taking action he asked
He ran into her she was grown
She wore overalls and a sweater
That's what he remembered most
Now a mom that's her child twin
Crossing paths not sure what think
How to feel those distant emotions
Both leading different lives departing

Times have changed old traditions fade. While the new so called norms are imposed. Looked out for others while everything was for their own personal gain. Breaking away not nothing with anyone. Pursuing a dream trying to match energies. Always on everyone's terms and time not respecting his efforts.
Seeing things not liking the changes because it was an obstacle now it was gone and didn't matter. Stopped empowering judgemental people. No longer listening to toxic. They'll point out the flaw before giving you props.
Find ways to discredit you so they can feel secure. Not talking about anyone but they'll dump foul language on your name. It faded away finding love and strength going forward. Not living in the past or that person anymore. Someone new not memories of the past.

Embraced being told off
Blocked out all the bad
Being isolated over drama
Excluded being talked about
Rebelled from the toxic crap
Stopped taking the blame
Had no say or control things happen
Finding confidence within
After squatting being trampled
Stood up for moral integrity
Made a stand the tone changed