I'm Not What You Need

(c)1992 Lee Westerso
Less than perfect, but it's just another little tune.

Put all the sweet life behind you
If you want the one that you see
Don't let your sympathy blind you
I'm not what you think I might be
If I should say you're what I've needed
And offer to buy you a drink
I can't say you won't end up cheated
I told you I'm not what you think

Now, I may look hurt on the outside
It's only 'cause I really am
But who's keepin' score on the inside?
I'm not sure that I give a damn
I once had a lover to love me
And lost her to my silly pride
I wonder if she's thinkin' of me
If her memories of me have died

I act like a hero, though I know I'm not
A beggar at best, guaranteed
Though you want to hold me, I think you forgot
I told you I'm not what you need

A gambler would know what to do now
I never could play my cards right
And even if I thought I knew how
I'd bluff my way all through the night
I don't know the reason I'm losing
A game you would not understand
Maybe it's just 'cause I'm using
A kicker for some better hand

I act like a hero, though I know I'm not
A beggar at best, guaranteed
Though you want to hold me, I think you forgot
I told you I'm not what you need

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[hidey0urloveaway]

This hits so close to home for me. Its refreshing to come across a beautiful song that hits the nail on the head. Great job!

[wesalittle]

I'm really pleased you like it, and I'm ASTOUNDED that you've featured it on your front page.

Thank you!

Lee

[Fr3derick]

You're awesome!!!  Thanks for posting.

Grandma Mary

[wesalittle]

Thank you for your kindness!

Lee

[UliWW]

Nothing has to be perfect, it's good enough if it touches someone's heart. Great stuff....5*****

[wesalittle]

Thank you! Need that sometimes. Really.

Lee

[alvarock68]

cheers from Mexico.. really nice melodie.. and lovely lyrics Sir.

[suuzzee5]

Listening every day, Lee... This is a song that gets more beautiful with every play. You're an amazing songwriter and musician! Cannot wait to hear how the current project is shaping up.... :) ooooh the pressure... lol

[wesalittle]

Hey Cliff, thanks from an old, beat up instrument- and the 12-string he plays sometimes. ha! Your friend,

Lee

[wesalittle]

Barbara, thank you for your kind words and the fave save. Such kind comments so soon are wonderful and flattering!

Thank you again!

Lee