I am a tree growing up-side down
My crown barely touching the ground
Just enough for little frightened birds
To seek shelter under from the eagles.
I am a tree growing up-side down
My roots securely fastened above.
But it is so far away…
It is unfair, I have realized that now,
Comparing all love to the one I am planted in.
No one will ever live up to it.
Maybe that is why I will always be just a little bit lonely.
They all say I am an Angel…
It rains when I cry; stars come out when I am alone.
Maybe that is why they mistake my leaves for wings.
But I am a tree growing up-side down
And I sprout beautiful flowers in the spring.
Otherwise, why on earth would I be here?
But don’t you realize… when you touch me…
Your touch reaches further than you think
And when you make me cry…
My tears come from somewhere far away…
So be gentle, be kind, and accept that I might always be
Just a little bit lonely… even with your arms around me.
I am a tree growing up-side down
My crown barely touching the ground
Just enough for you to reach
When you stand
on your toes.
