[Verse 1] You saw the scar You missed the story I earned these names In all their glory Brick by brick I built this spine You want the bite? Then read the line I kept my word When it got ugly I took the hits Still standing stubbornly [Pre-Chorus] So watch me now And say it right I’m not a phase I’m a fight [Chorus] Respect my history Respect my history I wore the bruise I paid the price Respect my history Respect my history Don’t call it small Don’t call it nice [Verse 2] This old jacket Ain’t just a look Every patch on me Has a page in the book I lost some friends I kept my name Same hard heart Different flame You talk too loud Like you were there But I remember Who did not care [Pre-Chorus] So back up slow And hear me clear I’m still here I’m still here [Chorus] Respect my history Respect my history I wore the bruise I paid the price Respect my history Respect my history Don’t call it small Don’t call it nice [Bridge] I know the nights That split me open I know the vows I kept unbroken If you want my blood Then take the truth I came through hell To stand with you [Final Chorus] Respect my history Respect my history I wore the bruise I paid the price Respect my history Respect my history I’m not your joke I’m still alive
