Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra

“That’s How We Live” is a powerful rap anthem about transformation, compassion, and leading by example. Inspired by the teachings of the Lotus Sutra, this track explores the path of awakening through love and mindful action.

Transformation through love, compassion, and mindful action—this is the path of awakening. Listen to “That’s How We Live” now!

Lyrics: 

Intro:

I was taught not by force, but by love,

No shame, no fight, just a higher way above,

Lead by example, watch the change begin,

Through the light of awakening, we all can win.

Verse 1:

I was lost in the dark, didn’t see the light,

Caught up in the noise, thinking might makes right,

But my people showed me different, through action, not words,

No shame, no degrading, just the power of worth.

They didn’t push me down, they pulled me up high,

Through compassion and wisdom, helped me touch the sky,

No need for conflict, no need for blame,

Just walking the path, that’s how you change the game.

Chorus:

Lead by example, no shame, no blame,

Rise above the hate, stay true to the name,

The path of awakening, compassion in action, 

Transform through love, it’s a powerful game.

Verse 2:

It’s easy to fight, to shame, to tear down,

But real power’s in peace, that’s where truth is found,

My friends showed me strength in the gentlest way,

Through the lessons they lived, every single day.

We share the enlightened human condition, that’s real,

No force, just wisdom—that’s how you heal,

We rise by lifting others, that’s the law of life,

Overcoming the struggle, turning pain into light.

Chorus:

Lead by example, no shame, no blame,

Rise above the hate, stay true to the name,

The path of awakening, compassion in action, 

Transform through love, it’s a powerful game.

Bridge:

No need to argue, no need to fight,

Just shine the truth, like the brightest light,

When you walk the way, others will see,

This is the path that sets you free.

Through the wonders we live, the message is clear,

Peace in the heart, we got nothing to fear,

We’re sharing our light, planting seeds of change,

Awakening the world, we’re breaking every chain.

Chorus:

Lead by example, no shame, no blame,

Rise above the hate, stay true to the name,

The path of awakening, compassion in action, 

Transform through love, it’s a powerful game.

Outro:

So now we walk this path, step by step we grow,

Through the love we give, the whole world will know,

It’s not about force, it’s about what we give,

Meditation in action—that’s how we live.