Tight Grip Lyrics

Once, when I was twisted inside out. Once, when I resisted no one got out. Once, when I was fragile I felt alive. Once, when I was dying I survived. (chorus) Tight grip on reality, mind controlled, tainted with brutality. Tight grip, short leash. Once, I was a hero and ran away. Once, when I was forced out I had to stay. Once, when all was lost, I made the grade. Once I caught a rainbow and watched the colours fade. (chorus) Once, when I was weak I slew a giant. Once, when I submitted I was defiant. Once, when I was crying I had to smile. Once, when I was crippled I ran for miles. (chorus)