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I am not one of them.

I was not born into a rich white family.

I am not one of them.

I can't wing your tests; I have to study my ass off.

 

I'm not one of them.

Hispanic jokes hurt.

I'm not one of them.

I don't work because it's fun.

 

I'm not one of them.

I don't have blond hair and blue eyes.

I'm not one of them.

Mommy nor daddy has connections to boost my grade.

 

I'm not one of them.

I won't give you attitude or be an ass in class.

I'm not one of them.

I pay respect where it's due, yet I don't get shit in return.

 

You know I'm not one of them.

You treat me differently; like I don't belong.

I'm not one of them,

And you're the one who taught me that.

 

 

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