Birth is gifted Rise up (rise up), be extraordinary (extraordinary) Knowledge gains relevance When coupled with intelligence To connect learned information For the navigation of life's journey through practical application With practice and patience as days and years come Mastery naturally leads to the great reward of wisdom The truest path to deliverance This can't be given nor can it be taken But must be earned through life's experience And whether the storms are changing, we all must face Look within to find the courage and resolve to stand Meet every wrinkle with warm embrace With open arms except these gray and stray Distinguishing lines Left behind by passing time We define the signs of events' age and our scars meant to sting It reminds us of past pain or badges of shame, but the medals of a sage (medals of sage) So seize every one of your remaining days And pray to be blessed enough to keep waking up Long enough to feel the touch of Amazing Grace