(King) of Nothing

I used the think I knew what I wanted.
I used to think I could trust my friends.
I used to worry about doing the right thing,
just to make everyone else happy in the end.

I  gave you all my respect;
I wanted you to respect me.
Now the voided has been left open
for everyone to see.

I used to smile when I thought people were listening.
I used to know my way back home.
I used to fall in love when I thought some girls were different.
But now I know I was wrong
and I’d prefer to just be alone.

I used to think if I was kind to others
they’d be kind to me .
Be people always mistake kindness for weakness,
and a bag full of other insecurities.
 
I used to say whatever happens- happens.
I used to be the only one
to know all the tricks that would keep you  laughing.
But since then you’ve been down some roads
I wouldn’t dare go on.

Now I’m just another person
confessing what I could never admit.  
I can dish it out as much as I want,
 but I can not take it!

Reviews

[Aleyah]

I really liked the subject matter, and like most people, I can relate :D anyway, I like the blunt words & the bold statements you have, because they are truthful...I really liked the last three stanzas, they really hit me. great piece :)