Close Your Eyes Revised
You don't need to lie to me like that
Don't worry, your secret is safe with me
But you're not safe with him
You don't deserve to be lashed out upon
And the bruises covering your body weren't drawn
He doesn't deserve a girl like you
And sweetheart, I know you know that too
I'm sorry to say that a real parent wouldn't act like a child
You shouldn't have to see him when he's drunk, out of control, and wild
I hate watching these court trials like they're a game of tag
What are you...his punching bag?
They may say life isn't fair
"But daddy please stop pulling my hair"
He thinks this is what he needs to do, this is what he strives
But he really needs to leave you alone and let you live your lives
It's not okay for him to scream and yell
And then threaten to hurt you, if you tell
It must be hard to actually hate your dad
But how could you not if he gets that mad?
I wish you knew that this isn't how it's supposed to be
You're a teenager, you should be having fun, and being free
Don't they see that you're terrified to return home at night?
How do they not see that this isn't right?
I hope you realize that you're so strong
And honestly one day, he'll realize he's so wrong
Please hide when you can, try to keep your space
Do everything you can to protect your beautiful face
Please join with me, put down the booze
Please work with me to stop child abuse.
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