I want to break free from this prison I'm in,
But it's harder than it looks.
This prison is of my own design.
I built these four walls that hold me,
That keep me from everyone else,
From venturing out
And taking a chance.
I want to break free from this prison I'm in,
But do I have what it takes?
Am I strong enough to survive?
I don't know if I can handle the risk
Of opening myself to the hurt that may come
To the teasing and ridicule
That is a natural part of life.
I should break free from this prison I'm in,
But maybe it's not so bad.
I think I'll stay here a little while longer.
Maybe just one day, maybe more.
Until I have the courage to face what may come,
Until I can stand on my own,
I'll just stay here a little while longer,
In the safety of my own design.