When desperation calls your name And all the world seems astray A pounding heart, a troubled mind Hang your head and wonder why When your hope in life is gone All that was right now is wrong Dont give up and dont give in Lay down your burdens youve got a friend (Chorus) Every man must stand alone Through this life which were thrown Pray there is one who will stand by you Open your heart and let the love flow through Verse 3 Pride and fear are not your friends Youll ride them down till the end Take a closer look at your own hands Its up to you no one else can (Chorus) Verse 4 Have no shame if you can Though theyll try to k** your stand No matter what they say or do Follow your heart and see right through (Chorus) Open your heart and see right through