I got a heart of steel
And a mouth full of mercury
Got a two bit job
Just trying to make ends meet
I got a strong determination
A real good inclination
To lend a hand and stand on my own two feet

I got a wife and child and something in the oven
Got a big desire
And a steady stream of lovin'
I got a place to put my shoes
And my eye on the evening news
Whole lot of people standin' up and sayin'

I feel strong but scared
I feel love out there
And I'm ready to take a stand when duty calls
I feel sad, proud
Just one of the crowd
Show me where to stand
I'm standin tall
Standin' tall in the shadows
Tall and I won't fall
Show me where to stand
I'm standin' tall

I got a front porch swing
With steps down by the mailbox
And a car out front
And a door that uses padlocks
I got a rack for all my coats
And a frog down in my throat
and every time it jumps I start to cry

I feel strong but scared
I feel love out there
And I'm ready to take a stand when duty calls
I feel sad, proud
Just one of the crowd
Show me where to stand
I'm standing tall,
Standin' tall in the shadows
Tall and I won't fall
Show me where to stand
I'm standin' tall
Standin' tall in the shadows
Tall and I won't fall
Show me where to stand
I'm standin' tall
Standin' tall in the shadows
Tall and I won't fall
Show me where to stand
I'm standin' tall