Because it's you, because it's true Because you're far too good to lose Because you're here, because it's clear Because your love has been drowning the fear I will not be afraid I will not run away I will not leave too soon And then wish I stayed I will not be afraid I will not be afraid Because I've lost, because it cost Because my heart's been double crossed Because I thirst, to quench the hurt Because not trying is always worse I will not be afraid I will not run away I'll work the double shifts 'Til the piper's paid I will not be afraid I will not be afraid For so long I chose to be A prisoner of fear I prolonged the slavery For too many years, for too many years I will not be afraid I will not run away I'll let those memories of failure fade The hand that I've been dealt, I'm gonna play I'll keep the things I've learned and I will not trade I will not be afraid I will not run away I'll grow a little stronger every day I'll face the music proudly that I have made And if you knew me then you'll know I've changed today I will not be afraid I will not be afraid I will not be afraid