I spend too much time thinking

about who I'm supposed to be

I play by everybody's rules

that don't seem right to me

I'm cool and polite, on the outside

When I get a chance, I run and I hide

If your eyes are closed,

it's hard to see

What if I back down now, 'cause

I'm afraid of what might happen

What if they turn away when

I show them who I truly am

What if I lose my breath when

I throw those big doors open

Or tonight, just tonight

What if I shine?

Should I even care?

They're all sitting there,

and everyone's staring at me

If I step out in the spotlight,

maybe I'll be set free

What if I back down now, 'cause

I'm afraid of what might happen

What if they turn away when

I show them who I truly am

What if I lose my breath when

I throw those big doors open

Or tonight, just tonight

What if I shine?

I... shine...

I spend too much time thinking

about who I'm supposed to be

But what if I sing out loud?

Because anything can happen

What if I stand up proud and

I show them who I truly am?

They're gonna call my name and

I'll throw these big doors open

'Cause tonight, just tonight

I'm gonna shine

I... shine...