Dance Even Though Someone Is Watching
Prom is a time for everyone to have fun
Not for people to cut and run
It’s a time for people to get down and dance
Not feel embarrassed and wet their pants
I remember for my prom I went stag.
Feeling like I had this thing in the bag.
But one thing that unnerved me a lot
Was dancing, suddenly I didn’t feel so hot
As a kid I was bullied to no end
For stupid things, it was like a trend
We grew up a bit in high school
But I was still hesitant to dance, I thought I’d play it cool
Prom started, but nobody got down
Not seeing people party made me frown
Only one or two people were out on the dance floor
But other than that, it was a total bore.
Suddenly a good song played on the loudspeaker
I thought maybe I should go out and dance, the evening can’t get bleaker
So with a deep breath I got up from my seat
And I turned to the DJ saying, “Dude, drop the beat!”
I danced, I shuffled, and bounced like crazy
I can’t remember anything else I did. The moment is kind of hazy.
Did I dance like a pro? The answer is no
I was certain I’d be ridiculed for lack of rhythm and flow
But to my surprise, everyone joined me
I inspired everyone to dance and sing with glee
I conquered my fear of dancing in front of everyone
If it weren’t for me, then nobody would have an ounce of fun.
That night I learned everyone really had grown up
Not making fun of me and supporting me, yup!
I also learned that I inspired people
To dance and soar like an eagle
That was easily the best night of my life
I had no more worries, no more strife
If I can go back and relive that night I would
But it still lives on in my memories, that was good.