Carpe Diem
August Burns Red Lyrics

I've thrown away all of my outside distractions
I have eliminated anything that could possibly distract me from my goal

I'm diving headfirst to chase a dream that I won't let go
I am fully committed to pursuing my dream with all my heart and won't give up on it

It's worthless, a waste of time
Anything that hinders my progress towards my goal is unimportant and a waste of time

This goal is out of reach, you better fall back in line
Others who think my goal is unachievable advise me to give up and conform to societal expectations

This is what I need
Pursuing my dream is exactly what I need to do to find happiness and fulfillment

You are what I need
My dream is my true passion and the only thing I need to achieve long term happiness

I need motivation to prove you
I require the drive to prove the naysayers and skeptics that I am capable of achieving my goal

Wrong, and I will prove you wrong
I am determined to prove anyone who has doubted me completely incorrect

What makes you think that you are different?
People question why I would try to achieve an unconventional and difficult goal that few others pursue

How can you chase these dreams?
Others don't understand how I can have the courage and dedication to pursue such challenging aspirations

They've become a chore
For others, pursuing their dreams has become more of a job than a passion like it is for me

I know I'm close, I'm almost there
I am confident that I am on the brink of achieving my dream and goals

Just a little more, and I will prevail
I believe that with just a little more effort and persistence, I will succeed in achieving my dream

Through what you call ignorance I will prevail
Despite the doubts and ignorance of others, I will continue in pursuit of my passion and eventually succeed

Now I've chased this dream to do what I love
I have pursued my dream to engage in the activities or work that I am truly passionate about.

and I wouldn't trade it for a thing
I wouldn't give up my dream for anything in the world, as it is my greatest desire and aspiration

I threw away what naysayers say,
I've entirely disregarded any feedback from naysayers or individuals who do not support my goal and aspirations

and started on a race that I had to win
I began a personal challenge to achieve my life goal and aspirations

For myself
I'm doing this for my pleasure and fulfillment more than anything else

And you proved me wrong, you proved me wrong
Realizing my dreams has made me understand that I was wrong in the past.

All I've learned is teaching me more
I continually learn and grow from my experiences in pursuit of my dream

All I know is driving me on
My passion for my goals is driving me forward despite any obstacles or challenges along the way