Why can't I be myself?

Without all the names?

Why can't I have my own style?

Without all the glares?

Do you want me to be a robot,

And play follow the leader..?

Do you want me to be a barbie?

Well I don't wanna be either!

I wanna make my own mistakes

And live my own life

Even if it makes me shake,

I will NOT let you make me cry!

I'll put my chin up,

And be proud to be me.

Even when you push me down,

And continue to beat me.

Your words may hurt

But they don't change a thing

I have a right to be myself!

And I choose NOT to blend in!