What It Be Like Bro

Arising early each morning I glance toward you. Asking myself this question Can this be true? Am I deserving of this mess I see? Can you not just once be flattering to me? You stare at me and though declining to say. I know you'll return What I give you this day. Though I'm complementing seeking You're truthful with me. Being painfully honest as only you could be. While pointing out flaws as i shave and dress. You also let me know that my hair is a mess. I just smile and wink thinking this might work. But your message to me brush your teeth, you big jerk. You're hard and critical but come what may. I'm the head of this house I'll have the final say. A flip of the switch and I'm on my way. Leaving you alone to face the wall all day. In reality, if I look so-so or maybe a mess. You always see and return No more or no less. As all others see me to myself you will show. For when facing a mirror "That's what it be like Bro Arising early each morning I glance toward you. Asking myself this question, can this be true? Am I deserving of the mess I see? Can you not just once be flattering to me. You stare at me and though declining to say. I know you'll return what I give you this day. Though I'm complement seeking you're truthful with me. Being painfully honest as only you could be. While pointing out flaws as I shave and dress. You also let me know that my hair is a mess. I just smile and wink thinking this might work. But your message to me brush your teeth, you big jerk. You're hard and critical but come what may. I'm the head of this house I'll have the final say. A flip of the switch and I'm on my way. Leaving you alone to face the wall all day. In reality, if I look so-so or maybe a mess. You always see and return no more or no less. As all others see me to myself you will show. For when facing a mirror "That's what it be like Bro."