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I hope that someday I can unfurl the rainbow flag that's sitting at the bottom of the drawer To not have to worry about whether or not I’ll still be their daughter Still I rise Tears staining my cheeks As I wonder if there's something wrong with me Constant worry of the backlash I’ll receive Wondering if they’ll disown me or welcome me with open arms Still I rise I see all the couples walking around together, smiling and laughing I envy them For they do not have to worry about the judgment The murders committed because they believe that who we love is wrong Still I rise I can’t help who I love Cognizant of the hateful eyes that follow me As I hold her hand As I hug her from behind And whisper all the things I love about her into her ear Still I rise Hoping to one day join in on the celebrations To one day join in the sea of flags And hold up my flag with pride Still I rise |