Pardon my dust, excuse the mess we're making somethin' new out of all of this I'm saying my prayers, and I'm trying to change so give me some time, 'cause I'm still finding my way Why are you lookin' at me this way? pointing your finger, shakin' your head how 'bout some love along the way, instead Pardon my dust, excuse this mess I've left a trail of debris, so you've gotta be very careful where you step I've made some mistakes, so what? Done quite a few things wrong Could you roll up your tidy sleeves and help a brother along? (Chorus) Pardon my dust, excuse the mess Please don't be another judge I need to try to impress Stop calling me names, stop casting your stones let the good Lord sort this all out when we are all at home Pardon my dust, excuse my mess help me believe there's gonna be something beautiful on the other side of this have patience with me, I'm still sweeping floors so pardon my dust, I'll pardon yours