I was sure
that I could be her
if I grew my hair and my nails
then I would be that girl

I was convinced
that I wouldn’t be rinsed
in tears like dew
for a man like you

Now I see
clearly
I see the clouds escape
in her shape

I once said
that I could be her portrait
if I powdered my cheeks
and painted my lips ruby red

I couldn’t guess
that under my fancy dress
I would still be me
in my improper skin and flesh

Now I see
clearly
I see the clouds escape
in her shape

You never gave me a glance
a chance to prove
what a beauty sleeps in me
I am a girl like a shell with a pearl
I take the mirrors off the wall
and I break them all

Now I’m free
completely
no longer in disguise
before your eyes

Now I’m me
proudly
and I will defend this right
loudly