We are often seeking recognition
Some, more than others, crave it
Like an addict itching for their next dose
We do everything to achieve that feeling
Rewiring our individuality to follow social norms
All for the slightest boost of self esteem
But this addiction of ours is a curse
Its veil hides you from your real self
Locking it up in a cage for none to see
But you know it's there hiding in the dark
You're too afraid to bring it to light
For your fear of loneliness keeps it silenced
Oct 1, 2018
Oct 1, 2018 at 12:01 PM UTC
We are often seeking recognition
Some, more than others, crave it
Like an addict itching for their next dose
We do everything to achieve that feeling
Rewiring our individuality to follow social norms
All for the slightest boost of self esteem
But this addiction of ours is a curse
Its veil hides you from your real self
Locking it up in a cage for none to see
But you know it's there hiding in the dark
You're too afraid to bring it to light
For your fear of loneliness keeps it silenced
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