Crown
Jamila Velazquez Lyrics

You can try and take away my crown
Others may attempt to diminish my accomplishments or status

But I will never let my kingdom down
Nevertheless, I will remain steadfast in my commitment to my responsibilities and goals

When I put it on it's on for real
Once I take up my full mantle of authority and power, I fully embrace the role and all that it requires

Damn I wear it so well
I possess the skills and confidence to execute my duties with excellence

I know that they're comin' for my throne
I am aware of the threats and challenges to my position

But I'm the one who got here on my own
Despite these challenges, I achieved my position through my own dedicated efforts and talents

I can still feel your eyes on me like a spotlight
Although you are gone, I still sense the judgment and scrutiny of others on my every move

You held me up, up, so high, so tell me was it all lies?
You had once supported and praised me to the hilt--was all that false, just an act?

Everything that I've done has got me where I wanna be
Despite the doubters and detractors, my prior actions have proven successful for reaching my desired achievements

So baby why'd you have to leave? Oh, oh
Frustrated and hurt, I ask why you departed during this challenging time

When you got the world in your hands
With the power and influence one has garnered

Seems like everyone wants you to fail
There is often a jealous desire for those in authority or success to falter or experience distress

It's like I've got a target on my back
Others view me as vulnerable and susceptible to attack

Take a shot at me, take a shot for me
Go ahead and try to strike me down; I am willing to take on any challenges that I encounter

I can see all the hands reaching out to touch me
So many desire to be close to me or gain an advantage in their own careers

Everyone wants a piece just so they judge me
Others are keen to gain access to me and my life story for the sake of scrutinizing and critiquing it

I thought I had your heart, but you let me down
I was once confident in the support of those closest to me, but now feel let down and disheartened

And left me standing all alone
I am now left feeling isolated and unsupported in the face of multiple challenges

But I'ma still put on a show
Nevertheless, I will not let others see my weaknesses or vulnerabilities and will continue to appear strong and confident

Damn I wear it so well
Irrespective of the hardships and obstacles, I am able to maintain my public image and responsibilities with poise