Story Behind The Song

As a teacher, I have met many young adults, this song is about a girl I once knew, who I hope is now I flourishing adult :)

Lyrics

Scars

I met a stranger in the street
She said her life was not complete
Her cheeks were stained with silver tears
As if she'd cried for 40 years.

I saw a friend the other day
Whose life, he claimed, had gone astray
He spoke of debt, and drew a breath
This is not how I knew him best

What are your scars for little girl?
Who on earth has made you cry?
Such tears that trickle down your face
How on earth, I wonder why
What are your scars for little girl?
Who made you think this was the way?
We all have days that wont go right,
We all have dreams that go astray

There is a shadow on a face
That knows no other place but home
No place to call his own
And no family to phone
But a smile is held within
Above a stubble laden chin
Here's a man who knows not why
But he's determined still to fly

What are your scars for little girl?..

There is a lady dressed in black
Husband had a heart attack
Now she's afraid to leave her door
She wont trust the world no more
We all have hope that we misplace
We all have dreams we try to chase
Is the sadness of a girl
Enough to change this world?

What are your scars for little girl?..

I met a stranger in the street
She thought her life was not complete
I wondered why her eyes were sore
Now I don't see her, anymore