Once I knew
A girl as stubborn as a mule
We were like family
And we both hated school

Once I knew
A girl who lived next door
But she’s not there anymore


Once I knew
A girl with a laugh like ringing bells
She taught me to not care
We let our inner children out of their cells

Once I knew
A girl whose eyes could light up the world
But they suddenly left without a word


Once I knew
A girl with the easiest smile
We talked about the most random things
That made moments with her so worthwhile

Once I knew
A girl who couldn’t hurt a fly
But now that girl is buried deep, deep inside


It never mattered to me who they were
There was no “taste” when it came to friends
Yet they let me say what I wanted to say,
Isn’t that what mattered anyway?


Once I knew
What love felt like from a friend who chose you