
Counterfeit
[Verse 1] Came in on Tuesdays, just to see their faces, Building dreams in carpentry classes, setting up my spaces. Thought we were tight, shared my struggles and fears, But they flipped scripts faster than I’d dry my tears. Knew my weaknesses, they saw me break, But instead of lifting me, they watched me shake. “They said you don’t try hard enough,” what’s that? Need a blueprint, or a house? Where’s my real at? [Chorus] Counterfeit friends, they were never real, Knew my pain, but never felt the steel. In this college game, thought they had my back, But it turned out, they were just a trap. [Verse 2] It's ironic, right? They said I'm not trying hard, Yet I showed up on Tuesday, my own path scarred. Skipping routine, just to wave my flag, While they lounged back, dismissing every brag. Toby, try harder, they echoed like a chant, “It’s not our problem; you should take a stance.” Twisted my words, like a knife in my chest, Maybe it’s you who doesn’t want to be our friend, they jest. [Chorus] Counterfeit friends, they were never real, Knew my pain, but never felt the steel. In this college game, thought they had my back, But it turned out, they were just a trap. [Verse 3] Tried to reach out, but my hand was met with walls, Their laughter rang hollow—echoed down the halls. Each word rephrased, a dagger to the soul, Seemed like they enjoyed watching me lose control. “Maybe it's you?” Nah, look at the scene, You’re throwing stones, while I’m stuck in between. What did they want? For me to beg and plead? For a friendship built on lies? Not what I need. [Chorus] Counterfeit friends, they were never real, Knew my pain, but never felt the steel. In this college game, thought they had my back, But it turned out, they were just a trap. [Bridge] Now I’m on my grind, building walls thicker, Learning who’s true, and who’s just a flicker. Using all my hurt to carve out my art, Turning pain into power, it’s a brand-new start. [Verse 4] So here’s to resilience, I’m rising from ash, Met mistakes with strength, made my move with a dash. Saw the fakes fade, as my vision got clear, Real friends are gold, while the counterfeit disappear. Toby’s got a purpose, more than they could see, Not just a student—I'm carving out my destiny. Learning lessons hard, that's how wisdom’s earned, So go ahead and twist, but now I’ve discerned. [Outro] Counterfeit friends, they were never real, Knew my pain, but never felt the steel. In this college game, thought they had my back, But it turned out, I’m on a whole new track. Counterfeit!

