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An Original Song Inspired by She’s the First

I first met Alexia Petrocelli last year when she entered a video contest I ran for my day job at Hearst Digital Media. Ali and her best friend won a trip to New York City to attend a concert at a high school prom. Ali, an 18-year-old singer-songwriter, and I have stayed connected on twitter ever since. She is @shesthefirst‘s #1 cheerleader. When she wrote and recorded this song for our campaign, I knew it would forever be our anthem.

Ali: Our shared muse, Audrey Hepburn, would be bursting with pride. As the first in your family to study abroad, you’re a shining example of what girls can achieve with an education, and to think your journey is just beginning! You’re the reason I believe in the power of prom dresses.

Others: Leave your comments for Ali below!

Lyrics:
The First

VI

I can’t count all the dreams I hold in my hand
And the truth is I don’t really have a plan
But I’ll keep moving forward one day at a time
‘Till all my goals are in sight and they are mine
They are mine

C

I’m the first
Not the last
Gonna make my dreams last
Steady on
Head strong
I’m not leaving without a fight
This is my life

VII

As far as the stars reach is where I find
Where imagination really lies
So don’t worry now, I’ll be okay
‘Cause when they tell me I can’t I’ll make a way
I’m making my way