How can a place like this
So beautiful and lively
Change from long sought after
To dreaded ever after
This can't be the same place
I knew when I was younger
Not too much has changed
Besides my feelings and my age
Say goodbye to palm trees
Beaches, and my childhood innocence
I've endured disaster even
Worse than hurricanes
A great vacation spot now
Becomes a crying spot
When the relative you knew doesn't
Get to see how you grew
How can a place like this
So beautiful and lively
Change from long sought after
To dreaded ever after
This can't be the same place
That many people cherish
If I feel so repulsed then
My hope down here is done
A city full of magic
Now linked with something tragic
Reminds me to love what's here
Yeah, while it's still here
Before I let you go
I just need you to know
People come and go
That's the only thing for sure
How can a place like this
Change so much to me
How can a place like this
Turn into such a nightmare
How can a place like this
Change so much to me
How can a place like this
Turn into such a nightmare
How can a place like this
Change so much to me
How can a place like this
Turn into such a nightmare
How can a place like this
Change so much to me
How can a place like this
Turn into such a nightmare