I used to hate myself when I would let you down

I thought it was my fault, but I know better now

You didn’t want me as I was

You wanted someone who would live for your applause

You’re free to do what you want to do but I don’t have to

I used to care what you thought of me but now I see through

You and your brass rings

'Cause I don’t dance and I’ve got no strings

I used to think that you knew all the answers cold

But then I blinked and saw the shit beneath the gold

Now that I know, I can let go

I can be anyone I want when I’m alone

You’re free to do what you want to do but I don’t have to

I used to care what you thought of me but now I see through

You and your brass rings

'Cause I don’t dance and I’ve got no strings

You’re free to do what you want to do but I don’t have to

I used to care what you thought of me but now I see through

You’re free to do what you want to do but I don’t have to

I used to care what you thought of me but now I see through

You and your brass rings

'Cause I don’t dance and I’ve got no strings