I've always found the chorus to this song inspirational, even today. It actually seems even more relevant in today's day and age. Hopefully, sacrifice will eventually pay off.
I tell you one lesson I learned
If you want to reach something in life
You ain't gonna get it unless
You give a little bit of sacrifice
Ooohh, sometimes before you smile you got to cry
You need a heart that's filled with music
If you use it you can fly
If you want to be high
The Roots featuring Nelly Furtado - "Sacrifice"