It Was High School

It was 3 a.m. and I couldn't go to sleep

I wish I knew better than to drink so much caffeine

But it looked cool

Popularity allured

Skipping class has always been a trend

Hoping that it's worth the dropping grades and sweaty hands

Hanging with a group

Just to feel more insecure

But it was okay

Cause it was high school

Always chewing gum, though I didn't like the mint

But I'd do anything so I could just fit in

And I broke my biggest rule

I wouldn't let them change me, too

I tried to hide the fact that I was smart

I'm not an actor, but I always played the part

Future me wouldn't approve

They won't remember in a year or two

But it was okay

Cause it was high school

But when it gets to a point where I'm questioning myself

Am I good enough? Am I worth it?

And every thought in my head is to compare myself

With every living being

Then it's time to take a step back

Wipe out the guilt

Remember back when

I was a kid and I didn't care about silly things

Like looks, and groups, and social status

Or how rich I am

Or how many breakups I've had

Take a step back

I guess I'm kinda cool

I won't be such a fool

And if they disapprove

I'll be okay

Even in high school