This this takes me back, having to lie in school and the library all the time about the cause for all bruises and cuts Didn't say a word, always felt the alter

This this takes me back, having to lie in school and the library all the time about the cause for all bruises and cuts Didn't say a word, always felt the alternative of foster care was much worse Now, I'm paying for my mother's husband's rent Doesn't help that saying the word abuse has men ostracized in my community sigh