Developed for "American Idol" songwriter contest

The road rises up in front of me But without you, what’s ‘round the bend Guess I’ll never know if I just stand here I gotta get past playing pretend I take a step, heart half-way open I’m kind of scared, but also hopin’ I’ll somehow find my way in the end Chorus Right from the start You taught me to be strong Right from the start You showed me right from wrong Right from the start You always cheered me on Right from the start You were there, all along Right from the start But the future’s bright in front of me Because our dreams live on inside Since you helped me love my imperfections And supported everything I tried Don’t know what I’m heading toward But I’m happy going forward Now feeling you’re along for the ride Chorus Right from the start You taught me to be strong Right from the start You showed me right from wrong Right from the start You always cheered me on Right from the start Now I’m here, where I belong Right from the start Bridge: Tuck away sad memories, but keep the lessons learned When dreams and fate collide You’ll find what you have earned Chorus 3: Right from the start This feels so right Right from the start You knew I’d be alright Right from the start And finally, tonight Let me thank you for everything.... you did.... Right from the start