I got to tell you 'bout this tragedy
My daddy died when I was only three
My momma said: It's time to be the man
And ever since I've done the best I can

This is the story of my life
This is the story of my life

Now don't be acting so surprised
Everything will be fine
Now don't you think that I won't survive
In a way I'm blind

We packed our bags and moved across the sea
We traveled there with only just our dreams
That's where I met my boy and rock 'n' roll
Now that I'm here I'm gonna save your soul

This is the story of my life
This is the story of my life

I won't forget this paradise
Even when we say goodbye
'Cause in my mind the Sun will rise
Everyday in my mind

Running away, I'm running for freedom
I'll do what I want, I'll be who I want to
Chasing our dreams and chasing tomorrow
We'll do what we want, we'll be who we want to

Now don't be acting so surprised
Everything will be fine
Now don't you think that I won't survive
In a way I am blind

Ooh
This is the story of my life
This is the story of my life