[Verse 1] I keep my card in my wallet Folded next to the rent Been through waiting rooms and bad news And the long hours I spent White coat asked me questions I answered them slow Pain in my back like a loaded bag That I still gotta hold [Pre-Chorus] So I breathe in easy Let the pressure fall Not for the thrill, baby I’m just trying to stand tall [Chorus] Medical patient Medical patient I’m taking my time Medical patient Medical patient I’m trying to feel right [Verse 2] Late afternoon at the table Paper on my hands Quiet in the small kitchen Trying to make a plan I don’t need a sermon I don’t need a fight I need less ache in my body And a softer night [Pre-Chorus] So I breathe in easy Let the pressure fall Not for the thrill, baby I’m just trying to stand tall [Chorus] Medical patient Medical patient I’m taking my time Medical patient Medical patient I’m trying to feel right [Bridge] Some days are heavy Some days let go I learned how to listen To what my body knows No shame on my name I’m doing what I can One small step through the dark With a steadier hand [Chorus] Medical patient Medical patient I’m taking my time Medical patient Medical patient I’m trying to feel right
