Lyrics True Colors

True Colors was written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly. The song conveys genuine feelings about trust and solidarity, initially inspired by Steinbergs mother. It later became an anthem for recognition and acceptance, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.

You with the sad eyes, don't be discouraged
Oh I realize it's hard to take courage
In a world full of people, you can lose sight of it all
And the darkness inside you make you feel so small

But I'll see your true colors shining through
I'll see your true colors, and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors, true colors are beautiful, like a rainbow

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Show me a smile then, don't be unhappy,
Can't remember when I last saw you laughing
If this world makes you crazy and you've taken all you can bear
You call me up, because you know I'll be there

And I'll see your true colors shining through
I'll see your true colors, and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors, your true colors are beautiful, like a rainbow

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Oooo....
Can't remember when I last saw you laughing
(whispered)
If this world makes you crazy and you've taken all you can bear
You call me up, because you know I'll be there

And I'll see your true colors shining through
I'll see your true colors and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors, true colors

True colors are shining through
I'll see your true colors, and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colors, true colors
Are beautiful, like a rainbow ...

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