Platinum - People Around Me Lyrics

People around me think I'm weak
People around me think I can't speak
People around me think I'm meek
It's time to stop giving them what they seek

I'm scared that people will leave
But is it really the worst thing
Peace of mind alone is better than a party home
At least no one will try to tear me down

Why do all the closest people say I did something wrong
How can I get up, brush myself off and move on
Always having to prove myself over and over
You are breaking me, and I'm letting you

I have trouble standing up for myself
I was taught to always shut my mouth
I trusted the wrong people with my darkest secrets
And they threw it in my face
Told me I was a disgrace

Why do all the closest people say I did something wrong
How can I get up, brush myself off and move on
Always having to prove myself over and over
You are breaking me, and I'm letting you

I'm no longer taking this abuse
Now it's time that I blow up the fuse
I will not keep feeding your self-esteem
Time to respect me, I need to respect me

Why do all the closest people say I did something wrong
How can I get up, brush myself off and move on
Always having to prove myself over and over
You are breaking me, and I'm letting you
You are breaking me and I'm letting you, go