⸻ [VERSE 1] Beverly calls me “bud,” I say “hey babe” We’re studyin’ for tests that never take place My Nana’s throwin’ threats in a hospital gown But I’ve never felt more home than I do right now Margaret’s asleep, Leo’s peeking again Some lady grabbed my arm and said, “We win!” The balloon’s in the air, and my heart’s in the sky There’s joy in this chaos, I don’t even know why ⸻ [CHORUS] 🎈I’m a balloon game champion Rolling through the hallway like I always belonged in it Nana’s yelling threats, Bev’s got a tiara Simone took a nap and paused the whole drama They’re all outta time, but I’m right on cue This upside-down place made me feel brand new They forgot my name, but they called me “babe” And that’s the first time I ever felt safe 🎈 ⸻ [VERSE 2] Bev says she’s rich and we ain’t gettin’ a dime Nana rolls her eyes like, “your math’s a crime” Somebody’s clapping, somebody’s gone But the vibe here is louder than any ol’ song She asked if I was twelve, and I said “close enough” Every moment here just feels like love Even when they argue or forget where they are They still shine brighter than most movie stars ⸻ [CHORUS] 🎈I’m a balloon game champion Rolling through the hallway like I always belonged in it Nana’s yelling threats, Bev’s got a tiara Simone took a nap and paused the whole drama They’re all outta time, but I’m right on cue This upside-down place made me feel brand new They forgot my name, but they called me “babe” And that’s the first time I ever felt safe 🎈 ⸻ [BRIDGE] It’s pudding cups, bingo cheats Whispers and wheelchairs with squeaky seats It’s calling me family like I was always there It’s love in the form of a plastic chair No filters, no fakes, just pure and wild And for once, I feel like somebody’s child ⸻ [FINAL CHORUS] 🎈I’m a balloon game champion Crowns made of paper, smiles made of oxygen They say things twice, or not at all But I’d trade the world just to walk these halls They’re all outta time, but I’m right on cue This upside-down place made me feel brand new They forgot my name, but they called me “babe” And I finally felt okay 🎈
