He likes seeing my tears streaming down my cheeks
I bet it brought him that different kind of kick
Proudly claims he loves my smile, however
He is just a pleaser in everyone’s eyes
My smile was his validation, trophy for the winner
Stolen photo of mine in his empty wallet
He would never let himself love someone
More than he loved to invalidate my protests
Every night he would start a fight to spite me
He would push his way into my mind
Never thought it was a happy surprise
I keep thinking if chasing me around was fun
And settling down should be a punishment for a woman
The set of rules might as well burn me at the stake
Guilty of disapproving our love story called chase
I wonder if my smile exists not just to make you gloat
Is my presence by your side a stroke to your ego?
Is my happiness truly mine and not in your control?
What a shame, we dragged the years to prove a point
Our love showed the way to a pitiful course
Even on the sidewalk, you take the time to slowly walk
How come in hurting me, you do it in haste
Hesitance was not even painted on your face
Please step aside so that I can breathe
But I know you won't let me
It's not a compliment, you are so domineering
© VJEQ