One of The Many

Verse 1
Tied to a much larger group
But claiming a lesser status
The dominant force has relegated me to an inferior position
These confines are very restrictive across the land I inhabit
After all, these borders were created by someone else

Verse 2
Nothing ventured, nothing gained
Habits are comforting
Giving away what's valuable
For something that's worthless
Deficits are constructed and disseminated like candy
It's no surprise that self-esteem is at an all-time low

Verse 3
I'm qualified to be the architect of my odyssey
There are no short-cuts or safe routes to take
But it's necessary to explore beyond the maze
That has tarnished bodies and spirits
I may not be successful in transforming my environment
After all, this struggle has always been eternal

Bridge 1
I've heard tales of abuse
Heard tales of torment
I've seen the look of disgust
Seen the look of utter contempt
Throughout seasons and generations nothing has changed
I acknowledge reality without accepting the way that things are

Bridge 2
I've experienced distress
Experienced dissatisfaction
I've known sorrow and pain
Known frustration and helplessness
Throughout seasons and generations nothing has changed
I acknowledge reality without accepting the way that things are

Bridge 3
I've longed for justice and peace of mind
Longed for contentment
I've acquired knowledge and sound advice
Acquired weight and skills
Throughout seasons and generations nothing has changed
I acknowledge reality without accepting the way that things are

Chorus
I'm one of the many who isn't complacent
I'm one of the many who speak out
Against the conditions to which I'm all too familiar with
Believing in obvious lies is what weak people do
Taking things at face value is reserved for the naive
I want to rise above my artificial birthright

Written by B. (Wednesday, February 17, 2016)
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