I’ve always tried to be good enough,
But it never worked out
I tried my best during school but it still wasn’t enough
I tried to hide every bad emotion I felt so others would be happy
I got good grades,
I let my family dictate the way I dressed,
I did everything everyone said,
I was quiet and polite,
I always try to be the best in everything I do now,
Even if it’s a small mistake, it’s like the world is crashing down
I’m older now,
I dress how I want and got my hair cut,
I still try to be the best,
Try to be good enough for everyone else,
But maybe,
I don’t have to be