I changed the names to protect the innocent
I changed the circumstances so what I wrote emotionally hit you
Like a closed fist wearing a rubber gauntlet
Because I’m in love with you
Because I hate you
Because I wish I knew you
Because I’ve known you for years
You’re a stranger who’s a danger
To my starved heart
But you’re all too familiar because I recognize you from before
From what was written
From what was posted
From the parties you hosted
Even though they were only inside your head
And so you ask me why?
I’ll step away from the mirror now
It’s time to head to the audition
