I am committed and determined
I wonder do slow and steady really do win the race
I hear my name being called
I see myself as a recipient of something great
I want to share my reward with the runners-up
I am committed and determined

I pretend I am confident
I feel the pressure mount
I touch the proverbial brass ring
I worry about not being noticed
I cry when I’m frustrated
I am committed and determined

I understand things don’t come easy
I say I'm going to keep pressing on
I dream of the day I do succeed
I try to stay calm
I hope I do make it in life
I am committed and determined