They say you should respect your parents
Heaven knows I tried
But you're so shallow it hurts
Tell me I'm prettier with makeup on
Don't remind me of things I already know
Telling me you don't like my boyfriend
Just because you see skin, not soul
You're terrible enough to say
He's not too cute, fat, and dumb
After meeting him once
With no attempt at conversation
Little do you know
Or care to know
I like him the way he is
How his eyes are turquoise like the sea
He makes me laugh
Tells me I'm beautiful
Like you never do
We have so much in common
And he makes me happy
I'm more comfortable around him
Then I will ever be with you
He knows so much about music
And cooking
And culture
Knows me better than you do
So keep your shallow thoughts to yourself
Let me be happy
Just this once