Family
Anika Noni Rose/Beyoncé Knowles/Eddie Murphy/Jennifer Hudson Lyrics

What about what I need?
I have my own needs that also need to be considered

Curtis says it's the best thing for the group.
The group's success is important to Curtis and he believes this decision is best for achieving that success

What about what's best for me?
However, my personal best interests should also be taken into account

He feels the Dreams can crossover.
Curtis believes that the success of our dreams can extend to other areas and audiences

What about how I feel?
My feelings about this matter should also be considered and addressed

But when we're famous I'll write great things for ya, Effie do it for me.
When we become successful, I promise to write great things for you, but in the meantime, please do what I'm asking

What about me? What about me?
I am asking you to consider my needs and feelings just as much as you are considering everyone else's

It's more than you, it is more than me
This dream is bigger than just one individual

No matter what we are, we are a family
Regardless of our individual struggles and perspectives, we are connected as a family

This dream is for all of us, this one can be real
This dream is not just for one person, but can be achieved by all of us together

And you can't stop us now because of how you feel
Despite any opinions or objections, this dream will be achieved because it's bigger than any one person's feelings or doubts

Whatever dreams we have are for the family
Our individual dreams are for the betterment of the entire family, not just ourselves

We're not alone anymore now there are others there
Our family has grown and we are no longer alone in our pursuits

And that dream's big enough for all of us to share
Our collective dream is so big that it can be shared and achieved by all of us together

So don't think that you're going, you're not going anywhere, you're staying and taking your share
Even if you have doubts or disagreements, you are still a part of the family and we expect you to contribute to our success

And if you get afraid again, I'll be there
If you experience fear or doubt, I will be there to support you and help you overcome it

We are a family like a giant tree branching out towards the sky
We are a family that grows and expands towards our greatest potential

We are so much more than just you and I
Our family is more than just the sum of our individual parts

We are a family like a giant tree, growing stronger, growing wiser, we are growing free
Our family is like a tree that is constantly evolving and growing in strength, wisdom, and freedom

We need you.
Our family needs you to contribute to our shared success

We are a family
Despite any differences, we are a family that is connected and striving for success together