Men

Another threat from you, the third one today
Tell me in so many words, "Lie down, suffocate"
Your words like a pear tryin' to prick under my skin
In your own little world, insecurity gives in

There goes your ego running its mouth again
You think aggression's the only way to win
I'm not your outlet for your self-other hate
If you want our respect, earn it

Walkin' through the streets, I hear the echo of your shoes
As they chase me and my friends, you've got some 'splaining to do
Look over there, at the mirror, it's you who has to choose
Who you are, near and far, is what you do and do

There goes your ego running its mouth again
You think that violence is the only way to win
I'm not your outlet for your self-other hate
If you want our respect, earn it

Just then, you change the rules
Gaslight me until my head protrudes
With guilt and doubt, attempts at shame
What a disgrace
Just then I hear her too
Saying, "It was always up to you"
So now, here we are, we know our place
And aren't afraid to say it to your face

I'm not your ego feeding your mouth again
Deconstruct violence, believe her now and then
We are the strong ones whose steps pave the way
To the ones who walked before us -

There goes my ego running its mouth again
I know my sisters are gonna get the win
Once you see, you cannot unsee the way
For the ones who walk, you deserve it
A good day
A good day!