I am aware
That you hate it when I put myself down
But it’s the only logistical way for me to live

Think about it
If you find all your flaws first
It will hurt less for people to point them out

So yes, I think I am awful at acting
Even though I was cast in the play
And you tell me to stop putting myself down

And yes, I think I’m awful at singing
Even though I’m on our show choir team
And you tell me to stop putting myself down

Yes, I think I’m awful at singing
Even though you think I sing like a nightingale
And you tell me to stop putting myself down

Here’s the thing though
I find it easier to put myself down
Than listen to everyone else telling me my flaws

And you might not like it
But sometimes, it’s the only thing keeping me out of my head
And you tell me to stop putting myself down

I am aware
That you hate it when I put myself down
But it’s the only logistical way for me to live