Cracked concrete heart, where the sun beats down No soft earth here, just this hardened ground. They said nothin' grows in a place like this Just broken dreams and a forgotten kiss. But deep inside, a stubborn seed remained Ignoring whispers of the hurt and pain. A quiet yearning for a different view Something beautiful, something strong and new. Like a cactus blooming on asphalt tonight A little defiance in the pale moonlight. Against all the odds, pushing through the gray Finding a way to blossom anyway. Scratched skin tough, learned to take the blows Watched the fragile things wither and decompose. Didn't ask for mercy, didn't beg or plead Just held onto a hope, a silent creed. And deep inside, a stubborn seed remained Ignoring whispers of the hurt and pain. A quiet yearning for a different view Something beautiful, something strong and new. Like a cactus blooming on asphalt tonight A little defiance in the pale moonlight. Against all the odds, pushing through the gray Finding a way to blossom anyway. Maybe beauty isn't soft and sweet and tame Maybe it's the fire that burns through the shame. A resilience etched in every thorny line A testament to a spirit that can shine. And now you see, this stubborn seed took hold A story whispered, brave and bold. A quiet power, breaking through the bleak More than surviving, undeniably unique. Yeah, a cactus blooming on asphalt, burning bright! A rebel flower bathed in silver light! Against all the darkness, watch me stand so tall! Unbreakable beauty, answering freedom's call! Oh, a cactus blooming, watch me rise and thrive! In this harsh landscape, I'm alive, alive! With thorns of courage, and a vibrant hue! This asphalt garden, I made something new!