Happiness and sadness, two sides of the same coin I try to hold on to the happy, but the sad keeps creeping in As I struggle to make ends meet, and study for my degree It's a constant battle, between what I want and what I need I work long hours, just to pay the rent But it leaves little time for my studies, and time well spent I try to stay positive, and focus on the good But it's hard to find joy, when I'm working as I should Life is a balance, between happiness and sorrow But as a student, it's hard to find a way to borrow From one to the other, and still come out ahead I try to keep moving forward, but sometimes it feels like I'm dead So I hold on to the happy, and try to let go of the sad For tomorrow is a new day, and a chance to be glad I'll keep fighting, and find my way through For happiness and sadness, they both have a place in life's view