You ask if you can go out Friday night
She says no but you put up a fight
Desperately trying to convince your mother
"Don't worry, there won't be another"
A week down the road and you're asking again
You promise that you'll be back by ten
With a heavy heart she lets you go
Her mouth says yes but her heart says no
Saturday night you are out with your friends
You and your ever so countless events
He calls you to ask when you'll be back
He anxiously looks at the sky turning black
Your father is worried and a little upset
It's already eleven and you're not home yet
He sits up till twelve to wait for your return
Unable to sleep, wrecked with concern
It's Sunday afternoon and you're free today
Mom and Dad try not to show their dismay
When you inform them that you have a lunch date
"Till three p.m," you say, but you come home at eight
You receive texts and calls on your phone
You call them: "Mom, Dad, leave me alone."
You regret it instantly when the words are said
The words sting; your parents see red
You dare not speak on Monday morning
Last night you came home, received a warning
"No going out till next month," they said
And without any discussion, they sent you to bed
You fumed, you sulked, you simmered with rage
How dare your parents keep you locked in this cage?
You screamed, you cursed, you yelled inside
You felt like your freedom had just been denied
And while you were drowning in your blues
Your parents sat outside, discussing you
You're never at home, you're always out
They may be strict, but they love you, no doubt
Your parents reminisce about moments together
But they try to accept that it won't last forever
Because, to be honest, all they want is to
Spend time as a family and enjoy you.
