Life Is A Beat Down 

By Mike Defendant 

You gotta step up, you gotta step in, you gotta fight hard, before you learn how to win. Life throws punches that will take you to the floor. Leave a nice blood stain and come back for more. In this world, it's the dealers' pick first. Keep your head up and prepare for the worstLifes not long and lifes not fair. You gotta fight dirty if you're getting anywhere.

You can stand up, you can take those hits.I promise you now, this ain't as good as it gets. Rise above the beatings, make it all stop. You've got the power to make it out on top. Even on the worst days, you can fight back. at least you know you've learned to withstand the attack. Wear your scars with honor, there's something to lose. You've earned your stripes kid, with every bump and every bruise.