Yesterday's Child

Yesterday's child was so full of grace--
So sad that today, he lives in disgrace
The sorrow and tears that his Mama slew
This isn't the boy that she raised and knew

Only a second--for a cheap thrill
Now is life has fallen--it's sliding downhill
And anger, hurt, and occasionally shame
Follow him around as he plays his sick game

Of being so tough--mean and cruel
This wasn't the boy that his Mama knew
Yet hidden beneath his sardonic grin
Is the little boy who wants...to begin again

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