(Verse 1)
In a world so cruel, a tale unfolds
Of a child's innocence, forever sold
A darkness lurking, where love should reside
A little heart shattered, no place to hide
At just four years old, he carried the weight
Of a secret so heavy, sealed by fate
His older half brother, a monster in disguise
Inflicting pain, where trust should arise
(Chorus)
Oh, little child, you're not to blame
In this cruel game, you're not the same
Hold on, dear one, don't let go
There's a light that shines, to heal your soul
(Verse 2)
In the dead of night, he felt so alone
Believing God and Jesus had turned to stone
He filled the tub with scalding water's touch
And poured in bleach, thinking it would be enough
The water burned his body, his right eye lost
A desperate act, a painful cost
But his parents found him, their hearts torn apart
They cleaned his wounds, yet failed to see the dark
(Chorus)
Oh, little child, you're not to blame
In this cruel game, you're not the same
Hold on, dear one, don't let go
There's a light that shines, to heal your soul
(Bridge)
Oh, the pain he carried, the shame he bore
Innocence stolen, his spirit so sore
But let us remember, it's not his fault
He's a survivor, with strength to exalt
(Verse 3)
Placed back in the bed, with the half brother near
A nightmare continued, fueling his fear
But deep within, a flicker of hope
A voice whispered softly, helping him cope
(Chorus)
Oh, little child, you're not to blame
In this cruel game, you're not the same
Hold on, dear one, don't let go
There's a light that shines, to heal your soul
(Outro)
To all the children who've suffered this plight
Know you're not alone, we'll fight for your right
Together we'll rise, break the chains that bind
And in unity, love and healing, we'll find