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 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


Oh if you see someone's hurt
And in need of a hand

Don't forget me
Or hear a melody crying from some baby grand
You 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 paid a thousand

Yet they paid fifty 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


That when you see someone's hurt
And in need of a hand
You don't forget me

Or hear a melody crying from some baby grand
You 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 on their own

Never broken or in 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 shining bright from afar
Hope you see my face there
And then offer a prayer

And please let me be
Let me be that star