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The monuments are whispering your name
I'm standing strong
Knowing that we'll never be the same
It's getting hard to fake
CHORUS:
But as you go your own way
Remember, do not be afraid
Because you're right where you should be
In Capitol City
Yeah, I know
There's better things right now for you than me
You're growing up
Those squinty eyes are just starting to see
Everything you need
BRIDGE:
Say the word
It's all I'd need
To catch a plane
Make you believe
The monuments are whispering your name
I'm standing strong
Knowing that we'll never be the same
It's getting hard to fake
CHORUS:
But as you go your own way
Remember, do not be afraid
Because you're right where you should be
In Capitol City
Yeah, I know
There's better things right now for you than me
You're growing up
Those squinty eyes are just starting to see
Everything you need
BRIDGE:
Say the word
It's all I'd need
To catch a plane
Make you believe
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