I step up

With a heart

Beating too fast

As everything slows

While time doesn't pass

The people are staring

I stand all alone

Nothing to stop me

If I do not choke

So I close my eyes

And breathe in real deep

Pray for some courage

And then I just be

My eyes pop open

And I stare down the crowd

I spread my feet

And play with the beat

The notes come out strong

Silky and smooth

And with the first notes

I feel soothed