Verse 1 The world today is so scary, I don't know how to cope, Everyone is hating, lying, drowning out the hope. Being grown in this time feels worse than hell, Longing for the days where life felt well. Chorus Living my life in the shadow of my memories, Where love still holds me, though time moves fast. Through the storms, through the fire, they carry me, Their echoes are the only way I can last. Verse 2 Life is short, but the days feel so long, The greatest gift would be bringing back To go out with family, with laughter so clear, Where neighbors were friends, and love eased the fear. Chorus Living my life in the shadow of my memories, Where love still holds me, though time moves fast. Through the storms, through the fire, they carry me, Their echoes are the only way I can last. Verse 3 I remember cruising those neon-lit streets, Windows down, feeling the bass and the beat. Sunday mornings, dressed in our best, A world full of promise, no fear, just rest. Verse 4 I was raised to know the meaning of right, Earned my way, never chased the easy light. The friendships I built have stood through the years, Unshaken by time, through laughter and tears. ✨ Bridge If I could hold those moments one more time, I'd breathe them in slow, let them settle in my mind. The world keeps changing faster than I can see, But those memories still keep the best of me. Final Chorus Living my life in the shadow of my memories, Where love still holds me, though time moves fast. Through the storms, through the fire, they carry me, Their echoes are the only way I can last. .