Cause I'm A Man

Album: Currents (2015)
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  • Like the brutal morning sun
    It dawns on me, what have I done?
    Saying sorry ain't as good as saying why
    But it buys me a little more time
    Lost in the moment for the second time
    Each fuck up that I make, it makes you cry
    I'm as pathetic, as the reason why
    In desperation, all that you can do is ask me why

    'Cause I'm a man, woman
    Don't always think before I do
    'Cause I'm a man, woman
    That's the only answer I've got for you (uh)
    'Cause I'm a man, woman
    Not often proud of what I choose
    I'm a human, woman
    A greater force I answer to

    Once again, as it takes a hold
    I am aware I'm not in control
    You see, I have a conscience and it's never fooled
    But it's prone to be overruled
    You wanna know why I always think I'm right? (Ooh, why?)
    You never accept defeat and let it slide (why? Why?)
    I have no voice if I don't speak my mind (why?)
    My weakness is the source of all my pride
    I'll tell you why

    'Cause I'm a man, woman
    Don't always think before I do
    'Cause I'm a man, woman
    That's the only answer I've got for you (uh)
    'Cause I'm a man, woman
    I'll never be as strong as you
    I'm a human, human
    A greater force I answer to (uh) Writer/s: Kevin Parker
    Publisher: BMG Rights Management
    Lyrics licensed and provided by LyricFind

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