Richie’s Lament

Why can’t you be my brother?
You’re a horrible freak
You shame me each day
And you won’t stop.

Why can’t you be my brother?
You live this illusion
And everybody
Just plays along.

Why can’t you be my brother?
My friends, MY FRIENDS beat me
We moved out of town
And I’m alone

Why can’t you be my brother?
You’re all they talk about
Mom and dad fight now
Because of you

Why can’t you be my brother?
Other brothers teach things
Instruction on sports,
Mischief and love

Why can’t you be my brother?
You used to hold me then,
When I was so scared
I would feel safe

Why can’t you be my brother?
I’m scared again, Alex
But now you’re all gone
Instead, there’s Zoe

Why can’t you be my brother?
I’ll never forgive you
You took him away
My one true friend.