I Am

I am who I am
That's all that I am

Who do I need to be to make you love me?

I do what I do
I know it is true

How must I appear for you to put me in the clear?

I speak what I speak
I'm tired of being bleak

What must I say that makes you feel this way?

I see what I see
I only want clarity

Why do I have to hide to keep you by my side?

I'm tired and I'm worn
Your love has me torn

I'm sick and I'm stressed
You won't let me rest

I've wept and I've mourned
You want to stay scorned

I've fought and I've tried
Your support has died

I've twirled and I've spun
Far from me you've run

I'm hurt and I'm sad
In your eyes I am bad

I'm defending myself against all odds
You've refused a recognition nod

Beyond my mind my body's tired
I need to start again and re-wire

This battle's left me young
I have to move on