Perfect Girl
Sarah McLachlan(사라 맥라클란) Lyrics

Am I faithful, am I strong, am I good enough to belong
I question if I possess the qualities to be accepted and loved.

In your reverie a perfect girl
In your imagination, you have created an idealized version of me.

Your vision of romance is cruel and all along I played the fool
Your expectations of love are unrealistic and I foolishly tried to meet them.

All your expectations bury me
Your high expectations are suffocating and overwhelming.

You will find the answer if you let it go
Surrender and the solution will reveal itself.

Give yourself some time to falter
It's okay to make mistakes and not have everything figured out.

But don't forgo knowing that you're loved no matter what
Remember that you are always loved regardless of any failures or shortcomings.

And everything will come around in time
Eventually, everything will work out and fall into place.

I own my insecurities I try to own my destiny
I acknowledge my flaws and strive to take control of my future.

That I can make or break it if I choose
I have the power to determine my own fate.

But you take my words and twist them 'round
You manipulate my words to fit your own agenda.

'Till I'm the one who brings you down
You blame me for your own shortcomings and mistakes.

You make me feel like I'm the one to blame for all of this
Your constant criticism and manipulation make me feel responsible for our problems.

You need everybody with you on your side
You require constant support and approval from others.

Know that I am here for you but I hope in time
I support you, but I also hope you can find independence and strength on your own.

You'll find yourself alright alone
One day, you will realize that you are capable of being happy and content on your own.

You'll find yourself with open arms
Accepting yourself and finding self-love will open you up to new possibilities and relationships.

You'll find yourself you'll find yourself in time
Eventually, you will discover your true self and what brings you happiness.

The riot in my heart decides to keep me open and alive
Despite the chaos and pain, my heart still beats with hope and passion.

I have to take myself away from you
For my own well-being, I need to distance myself from your toxic influence.

'Cause I can't compete I can't deny there's nothing that I didn't try
I've given everything I have, but I can't continue to meet your unattainable standards.

How did I go so wrong in loving you
I question where I went astray in this relationship.