I Gotta Find Peace of Mind
Ms. Lauryn Hill Lyrics

I gotta find peace of mind
I am on a journey to find inner peace and tranquility.

I know another cord
I am aware of another option or a different approach.

See, this what that voice in your head says when you try to get peace of mind
The voice inside my head discourages me when I try to find peace in tumultuous times.

He says it's impossible, but I know it's possible
Although it may seem insurmountable, I am steadfast in my belief that I can overcome any obstacle.

He says there's no me without him
The voice in my head convinces me that I cannot function without a particular person.

Please help me forget about him
I ask for assistance in getting over someone who has caused me pain and turmoil.

He takes all my energy, trapped in my memory
I am emotionally drained and consumed by the memory of a person who has harmed me.

Constantly holding me, constantly holding me
I feel trapped and unable to move on from my emotional turmoil.

I need to tell you all, all the pain he's caused
I have to vocalize the hurt and damage that the person has inflicted on me.

I need to tell I'm, I'm undone because
I have to confess that I am a broken and damaged person because of the toxic relationship.

To finally be in love
I aspire to love without fear of being hurt or betrayed.

And know the real meaning of a lasting relationship, not based on ownership
I desire to have a long-lasting relationship that is not based on possession or control.

I trust every part of you, 'cause all that you say you do
I have complete faith in you because you are true to your word and your actions align with your promises.

You love me despite myself, sometimes I, I fight myself
You love me despite my insecurities, while I struggle to accept myself.

I just can't believe that you would have anything to do with someone so insecure, someone so immature
I cannot fathom why someone as understanding and compassionate as you would be willing to associate with someone as damaged as me.

Oh you inspire me, to be the higher me
You motivate and encourage me to be the best version of myself, to rise above my challenges and reach my potential.

Just tell me what to say, I can't find the words to say
I am struggling to convey my emotions and need guidance on how to express myself.

Touch my mouth with your hands, oh I want to understand
I seek your comfort and guidance to help me comprehend complex emotions that I am feeling.

I know now I have to face, the temptations of my past
I am aware that I must confront my past mistakes and faults to overcome them.

Please don't let me disgrace, where my devotion lays
I am pleading for you to help me stay true to the people and principles that I hold dear.

Now that I know the truth, now that it's no excuse
I have come to terms with the reality of my situation and can no longer use it as an excuse for my behavior.

Keeping me from your love, what was I thinking of?
I realize my past actions may have made me undeserving of your love.

You are my peace of mind, that old me is left behind
You are my solace and comfort, and I am leaving behind my past self and the negative people who held me back.

Can you see my mind, oh, won't you come free my mind?
I want someone to help me break free from negative thoughts and help me find peace.

Oh what a merciful, merciful, merciful God.
I praise an all-merciful God who has given me another chance.

Everyday's another chance, to get it right this time
Every new day offers an opportunity to correct past mistakes and lead a better life.

Oh free, free, free, free, free, free, get free now
I urge myself and others to break free from negativity and strive for inner peace and personal growth.