They thought they could dispose of me
They tried to make me small
I suffered each indignity
But now rise above it all
Yes, the price that I paid was all I had
But at last I found release
And if something good can come from bad,
The past can rest in peace
Ah, if you see someone's hurt
And in need of a hand,
Don't forget me
Or hear a melody cryin' from some baby grand,
Don't forget me
When you sing happy birthday to someone you love
Or see diamonds you wish were all free,
Please say that you won't, I pray that you don't forget me
But forget every man who I ever met,
'Cause they only lived to control
For a kiss, they'd pay a thousand
Yet they paid 50 cents for my soul
They took their piece - the price of fame -
That no one can repay
Ah, but they didn't buy me when they bought my name,
And that is why I pray
Ah, if you see someone's hurt
And in need of a hand,
Don't forget me
Or hear a melody cryin' from some baby grand,
Don't forget me
When you sing happy birthday to someone you love
Or see diamonds you wish were all free,
Please say that you won't, I pray that you don't forget me
There are some in this world
Who have strength of their own,
Never broken or need of repair
But there are some born to shine who can't do it alone,
So protect them and take special care
Take care,
And don't forget me
Please take care,
And don't forget me
When you look to the heavens with someone you love
And a light's shining bright from afar,
Hope you see my face there,
And then offer a prayer,
And please, let me be, let me be the star