You can stab my back, you can steal my flag

But it's alright

Little sticks and stones, break my brittle bones

But I'm alright

Every single day is a little step closer to my new heaven.

If that's the way you want it

That's the way you'll get it

If that's what you're thinking

Don't think you won't regret it

If that's the way you see it

Just reach out and touch it

But you better beware it don't burn your hands

So step back and step back

Don't cry, don't cry.

I am strong enough, I'm made of serious stuff

Yes I'm alright

You can sling your mud, yeah even draw a little blood

But I'm still alive

Every single word, you're serving up as hot air for my big balloon.

If that's the way you want it

That's the way you'll get it

If that's what you're thinking

Don't think you won't regret it

If that's the way you see it

Just reach out and touch it

But you better beware it don't burn your hands

So step back and step back

Don't cry, don't cry.

So you bought your new dream

But you're payin' with your dignity so dearly

Don't cry, don't cry.