Sometimes we sell ourselves short and never understand our worth. 

You know you’d never let a man get away with subjecting you to so much hurt. 

You can’t seem to understand how he can love you yet dislike you.

Open your eyes and tighten up. Babygirl, please break the cycle. 

I wanted to love you forever but I couldn't. Battered skin and tear-filled eyes. I wish the rain washed the pain away but it wouldn't. 

Everytime that I step close, I brace for impact. 

I often wonder where I went wrong. The bad days outnumber the good. This is the same sad song.

You continue to hurt me. You’ve made it clear who is in control. The longer I stay, the more I feel that I’m not worthy.

How canI leave? I remember no one before and think of no one after you. I'm not sure if I can breathe. 

Or is it your tight grasp around my neck? You say sorry as you kiss the tears away. You say It’s how you keep things in check.

My body is weary. I continue to hide the scars. No way my bruised heart can think clearly. 

You tried to strip me of everything that I had to offer. Pay up or shut up. It’s sure gon cost ya. 

I was able to escape it. No woman should ever have to “just take it.”

We used to be ride or die & it still holds true but I’ll ride for me while you die for you.