You were always there when I needed you You gave me love, and helped me through Every challenge, every obstacle, every pain You were there for me, again and again You raised me up, you gave me wings to fly You taught me to be strong, you showed me how to try Every step that I take, every move that I make Is thanks to you, for the love that you gave You sacrificed so much, to give me a better life You worked so hard, to make everything right You gave me your all, even when you were tired You were always there, when I was uninspired You raised me up, you gave me wings to fly You taught me to be strong, you showed me how to try Every step that I take, every move that I make Is thanks to you, for the love that you gave I know I don't say it enough, but I want you to know That I'm grateful for everything, that you've done to help me grow I'll always cherish the memories we've made And I'll never forget, the love that you gave You raised me up, you gave me wings to fly You taught me to be strong, you showed me how to try Every step that I take, every move that I make Is thanks to you, for the love that you gave You raised me up, to be the person I am today And because of you, I'll never stray I'll always remember, the lessons you taught me And I'll always be grateful, for the love that you gave me.