I've been what most people want
I try, but not very hard
Take it or leave it
Walk out on me
It's hard to conceive how
Some people sleep

I smile to please everyone
But I feel I'm under the gun

Would you believe me
After I'm gone
How can I be what
You say I'm not
If you'll excuse me
I've gotta run
Fake or mistake me
Make me a pun
I'd rather leave
Than spoil the fun

I've given all that I've got
I've pushed but not very far
Out on the table
For all to see
Destined to be your commodity
I try but never too long
I barely finished this song

Would you believe me
After I'm gone
How can I be what
You say I'm not
If you'll excuse me
I've gotta go
Knock on the door
But nobody's home
Don't leave a message
After the tone