Leaving Hope Behind

(Verse 1) I'm leaving hope behind in this town For a future that's worth it, I'm bound Streets are winding, full of strife But my determination, it cuts like a knife (Chorus) I'm gone but I'll be back, with victory in my hand My love for you all, will forever withstand Forgive my departure, for a dream so grand Your prayers and blessings, my guiding strand (Verse 2) The West Coast, my silent witness My footsteps treading on a new path, I persist Waves crashing, winds whispering Accompanying my journey, my spirit glistening (Chorus) I'm gone but I'll be back, with victory in my hand My love for you all, will forever withstand Forgive my departure, for a dream so grand Your prayers and blessings, my guiding strand (Bridge) Challenges and obstacles, I won't let them deter For a brighter future, my spirit will stir Burning passion, it will never burn out For the love and family, that I hold without doubt (Chorus) I'm gone but I'll be back, with victory in my hand My love for you all, will forever withstand Forgive my departure, for a dream so grand Your prayers and blessings, my guiding strand (Outro) West Coast, my testament This struggle won't be in vain, I'll be heaven-sent I'll return with triumph, my heart content My love for you all, my soul's true intent