Sometimes it feels like grown-ups are really tall
And you don't seem to be getting big at all
And you might think there's something wrong with you
But there's not, no there's not
You see it has to do with food security
There's not enough to eat for you and me
And when you're small, that affects how much you grow
It's not your fault, it's just the way it goes
But it doesn't change who you are on the inside
You're getting so big on the inside
You're growing up, just not in very noticeable amounts
But you're getting so big on the inside, and that's what counts
Grown-ups leave some awfully big shoes to fill
I mean they're literally too big, and you never will
And sometimes it feels like you'll never be big enough
But don't you cry, it'll be just fine
Because it doesn't change who you are on the inside
You're getting so big on the inside
You're growing up, just not in very noticeable amounts
But you're getting so big on the inside, and that's what counts
Maybe someday food will be secure
And you'll know where your next meal comes from for sure
And your children will be much bigger than you
But if they're not, you know what to do
Just remind them that it doesn't change who you are on the inside
You're getting so big on the inside
You're growing up, just not in very noticeable amounts
But you're getting so big on the inside, and that's what counts
Yes, you're getting so big on the inside, and that's what counts