damage I can do

I will never accept myself
the way that I am
I don't give a damn
what anyone thinks
'cause I know my disease
I always want more
but all that's in store
is another drink

let me pretend
that I'm somebody else
someone with a future
someone who is
not myself
I can do it, I know
I will follow it through
I will show you
the damage I can do

you don't have to worry
you're not in danger
neither friends or strangers
should show any concern
'cause I know my victim
he's got nothing to lose
he stands in my shoes
and refuses to learn

let me pretend
that I'm normal inside
that I don't need to panic
I don't need to 
run and hide
I can do it, I know
what I'm getting into
I will show you
the damage I can do

     I know it's not fair 
     but you can be my witness
     all I ask in return
     is your forgiveness
     
should I draw you a picture?
should I write a letter?
I won't feel better
till I disappear
and if anyone's looking
they won't know where to find me
I'll leave you behind me
and I won't be here

let me pretend
that I don't need your help
that I'm perfectly fine
that I can take
care of myself
I can do it, I know
there's nothing to hang on to
I will show you
the damage I can do
I will show you
the damage I can do