Can I paint my masterpiece
And still be there for you?
What would my father do?
Can I have the best of both
And somehow still be true
To my work and my family too?

Is it all or nothing
With my back to the wall?

I don't know what else I'd do
'Cause painting what I see
Is the only thing that comes to me
Knowing you believe in me
Makes me want to be
The best providor I can be

Is it all or nothing
With my back to the wall?
Is it all or nothing at all?

You're my inspiration
And the love that moves my hand
You give my life a reason and a plan
Until I find a beter way
I'll give you all I can
As a painter and a family man

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