I Wouldn't Have It Any Other Way

(album: Greatest Hits... And Then Some - 1997)

I've walked the straight and narrow and I've worn a rebel's brand
Sometimes I've had to go without for being my own man
I've rallied to the 'cause when I knew the cause was right
I've cut against the grain, but I've kept my peace of mind

And I wouldn't have it any other way
If there's a price for being me, that's one I'll have to pay
I'll take the good and bear the bad until my dying day
I wouldn't have it any other way
Oh, I wouldn't have it any other way

I could have taken a beaten path every time trouble starts
I'd rather take a beating than to ever cross my heart
Sticking to my guns, can't be sold or bought
Holding to my honor no matter what the cost

And I wouldn't have it any other way
If there's a price for being me, that's one I'll have to pay
I'll take the good and bear the bad until my dying day
I wouldn't have it any other way
Oh, I wouldn't have it any other way
I wouldn't have it any other way