The Man I Became

Lyrics written by myself, performed by a heavily curated and edited AI. Lyrics: [Intro] [Verse 1] I've spent my life chasing who I should be, But every mirror looks ashamed of me. I built myself up just to crumble and fall, Now I wonder if I was worth it at all. I've carried weight from all the things I've never done, And buried failures where my hardships begun. I keep saying that I'm doing it right, But I can't escape the demons I fight. [Pre-Chorus 1] I've tried so hard to make you see, There's still a better man somewhere in me. But every step feels like another mistake, And I'm terrified of what you'll say... [Chorus] Are you happy with the choices I've made? Are you proud of the man I became? Do you believe in me even when I fail 'Cause I can't find the courage to believe in myself. Are you proud of me? [Instrumental Transition] [Verse 2] I've made choices I can't erase, Watched the years leave scars on my face. I'd give everything to find my way, But I'm still lost in yesterday. I've focused so long on making you proud, While my doubts scream twice as loud. If you could see the things I hide inside, Would you still stand by my side? [Pre-Chorus 2] I've spent so long trying to change, But every road still leads to pain. If I wonder what's left of me to save, I'm terrified of what you'll say... [Chorus] Are you happy with the choices I've made? Are you proud of the man I became? Do you believe in me even when I fail 'Cause I can't find the courage to believe in myself. Are you proud of me? [Instrumental Breakdown] [Bridge] If I could turn back all these years, Would I still be standing here? Would you recognize who I've become, Or just the things I should have done? I've tried to be someone worth believing in, But I keep losing battles underneath my skin. If I fall and never find my way, Will you remember more than my mistakes? Did I ever make you proud? [Final Chorus] Are you happy with the choices I've made? Are you proud of the man I became? Do you believe in me even when I fail 'Cause I can't find the courage to believe in myself. Are you proud of me?! [Outro]