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Losing my Grip

Diam, Long Reach HS, Class of 2020

Through music, Diam shares a story of taking control of a life that can be complicated and in disarray.

Video Transcript

Introduction -

First days are always hard
But I've come for this to start
Things can get a little crazy
Feelings and emotions getting the best of me oh

Chorus -

Soo I'm losing
Losing my grip, on reality
Nothing I can't control
I just need to do this
On my own

Middle -

It's a completely different world
But I'm just going along
Since the roads are divided
Choosing the right way is complicated oh

Chrous -

Soo I'm losing
Losing my grip, on reality
Nothing I can't control
I just need to do this
On my own

End -

Things can get a little easier
I can be a little better
Fighting for a better life
So I decided to go towards the light oh

Chorus -

Soo I'm losing
Losing my grip, on reality
Nothing I can't control
I just need to do this
On my own

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