She asked me why I only play for her
And what can I say
But I told her I play for about 5 different people
My chord changes are still sloppy
I forget the words
I fall apart when people are listening
I fall off the guitar
My fingers fumble
My tongue turns dumb
The spotlight feels too hot
Too bright
She says my songs are good
My voice is lovely
Have I played in a bar yet
Have I been on stage
Once
I told her
I forgot how to play the song
And I want to maybe
Be the person who can shine
In the light
But I’m so used to being in the dark
And I don’t know how
To stand out
Instead of blend in
Maybe someday
Before I’m ready
I might remember the words
With fluent chords
With an audience bigger than five
Maybe I will stay in key
And sing.
