“And oh you got so much going for you, going right.
But I know at 17 it's hard to see past Friday night.
I wish you'd study Spanish,
I wish you'd take a typing class.
I wish you wouldn't worry, let it be.
I'd say have a little faith and you'll see.
If I could write a letter to me.”

—  Brad Paisley

Letter to Me, written by Brad Paisley.
Song lyrics, 5th Gear (2007)

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