[Verse 1] In the heart of the ghetto where the streets never sleep, Dreams get crushed, promises we can't keep, Hustlin' every day just to make ends meet, Momma's working double shifts, daddy's on the streets. [Chorus] Ghetto dreams, they never fade away, We rise up, despite the price we pay, In this world, where hope's a rare commodity, We hold on tight, to our dignity. [Verse 2] (To be continued...)