Mandy Moore’s song “When Will My Life Begin” from the Disney film Tangled is a timeless classic. The lyrics to this beloved song evoke feelings of hope, longing and anticipation for the future.

Lyrics Content

Verse 1

• • What’s the purpose of this life I’m living?

• • Seems I’m just trying but the clock keeps turning

• • Why do I feel I’m not achieving?

• • Why is it I’m not being all that I can?

Chorus

• • When will my life begin?

• • When can I fly away and make a start?

• • Right on the edge of night, ready for flight?

• • When will it all begin?

Verse 2

• • What’s the real reason I’m stuck here waiting?

• • Hard to imagine there’s something so amazing

• • Just beyond all my reach

• • A chance to find the prize that I seek?

Chorus

• • When will my life begin?

• • When can I fly away and make a start?

• • Right on the edge of night, ready for flight?

• • When will it all begin?

Bridge

• • Can I?

• • Will I?

• • I’m ready to try

• • And when?

• • Will I?

• • I’m ready to know

Chorus

• • When will my life begin?

• • When can I fly away and make a start?

• • Right on the edge of night, ready for flight?

• • When will it all begin?

Enduring Appeal

Mandy Moore’s “When Will My Life Begin” is an inspiring anthem of hope and the possibilities that the future holds. The lyrics to this song demonstrate why it has such enduring appeal – its timeless message resonates with people of all ages. Whether you are just beginning your search for an answer or if you are a seasoned veteran of such endeavours, this song speaks to us on many levels and will continue to do so.