I place my gift upon the altar
The stage is set, I'm feeling strong
This is the best I have to offer
Share with me this gift of song

This is my life and here's my story
From the beginning to this day
Music became my road to glory
My saving grace along the way

Then on that midnight rise to fortune
I was blinded by the footlights of the stage
Now face to face with my reflection
At last the child has come of age

I place my gift upon the altar
The stage is set, alone I stand
This is the best I have to offer
Say you'll take me as I am
And I will rise to expectation
Your inspiration keeps me strong
Music's the best I have to offer
Share with me this gift of song

All of my life I've worn disguises
I fooled so many just like you
I hid behind a false impression
I thought the world could see right through

Now I stand where every eye can find me
Here I stand before you one and all
With all my faults, I'm only human
But in His eyes I'm ten feet tall

And it all comes down to the message of the sound
It's working the gift that God has given
Serving the muse by which we're driven
It's giving life your best
It's the privilege with which we're blessed
Tonight I am your music
I pray I pass the test

I place my gift upon the altar
The stage is set, alone I stand
This is the best I have to offer
Say you'll take me as I am
Just let me leave you with one melody
The world can sing when I am gone
Music's the best I have to offer
Share with me this gift of song
This gift of song