Life can be a challenge when it feels like others have perfect lives and yours isn’t. Every day is a struggle when your life is compared to others and it feels like you’re the only one who isn’t moving on. This song is about having the courage and bravery to write your own story. To decide that your life is worth it to be lived to the fullest, regardless of what is going on around you. We dedicate this anthem to the girls of Maayan Academy who’ve had the strength and resilience to be able to take control of their lives and write their own narrative, despite the many obstacles that have been thrown their way. The story of Maayan Academy’s commitment to the growth of their students is an inspirational one, and we are so lucky to have experienced the magic of it! A special thank you to all of the generous donors that have helped Maayan Academy surpass their goal and bonus goal! Love, Devorah & Chana B Composer and Lyricst , Chana B @sideyardstudios Co-Songwriter, Devorah Schwartz @devorahschwartzofficial Cinematography & Video Editing Shmuly Lichtman @shmulylichtman4366 Performer, Devorah Schwartz Mixed, Side Yard Studios and Zack Weat Mastered, Steve Hall Cast Child Actress, Kelly Younger Teenager, Chedvy Goodman, Maayan Academy Student High School Girls, Maayan Academy Students Backup Choir Vocalists Chanie Uhr Chumie Rosen Tzeeva Greenberger Makeup Esty Morelle Wardrobe The Gallery Collection Hair Sary Wigs, styled by Tziporah Ehrman salon Lyrics A perfect life’s not made for me, Lonely times wishing what I’d be Feeling trapped in my own skin Where do I begin, I’m buried in self-doubt People around me have it all Lifes too busy to hear my call Why can’t I be more simple, Right down the middle Oh, Something has to change Pre: Everyone is moving on While I’m still stuck in the past But I’m too brave to write myself off And I’m too strong to hold myself back Chorus: This is my life to fight for Though It isn’t always easy to find the hidden meaning I’ll hold tight, and live more You can find a million reasons to look up to the heavens and be free I can write my own story Low 2 A perfect life wasn’t made for me But I create my destiny So I’ll pause in this moment Stand tall and own it I feel the winds of change Pre: Everyone is moving on While I’m still stuck in the past But Im too brave to write myself off And I’m too strong to hold myself back Chorus: This is my life to fight for Though It isn’t always easy to find the hidden meaning I’ll hold tight, and live more You can find a million reasons to look up to the heavens and be free I can write my own story