In my mind, a fallacy takes hold That love is something to be earned, not freely told I must be grand, do something bold To win the hearts of those in my household But love is not a prize for the brave It's a quiet gift that freely waves No need to rescue or to save Just be yourself, and love will pave The savior in me seeks applause Believing love comes with a cause But deep inside, the truth defrosts Love is not a wage, it's not a cost But love is not a prize for the brave It's a quiet gift that freely waves No need to rescue or to save Just be yourself, and love will pave Each time I try to be the savior I lose myself, forget the flavor Of a soul that's free from labor In love that's given, not a favor But love is not a prize for the brave It's a quiet gift that freely waves No need to rescue or to save Just be yourself, and love will pave Releasing the world that weighs like lead I open my heart to love that's freely spread