Settle for Less

Late last night or was it morning

Outside the rain was pouring

I stumbled out I hit the ground

It's a hell of a scene but there's no story

Designed in all it's glory

To set you up and knock you down

Just a reflection on my bitterness

Why plant the seed and not do the rest?

Just a distraction from the meaningless

I'd rather bleed than settle for less

Was told at the time to just keep going

You'll fly but don't stop rowing

Reached for the moon and hit the ground

Is this a chip upon my shoulder?

As heavy as a boulder?

When all the world owes you a crown

Just a reflection on my emptiness

You don't succeed by chasing success

No reputation is worth all this mess

I'd rather bleed than settle for less

Just a reflection on my happiness

Only compete with yourself at your best

A separation from the self I possess

Just let it be and settle for less