[Intro] Make a little room, y’all. Here I come. [Verse 1] My heel taps once on the old wood floor, Heads turn around when I walk through the door. You sized me up; I’ve seen that show, I don’t need your crown to know what I know. Sweet roll morning, coffee in my hand, I don’t need permission or a numbered plan. Quit keeping score of my shape and stride, I’m right at home in my own good hide. [Chorus] I make my own rules, I sign my own name, You can call me a handful; I’m still the same. Take what I’ve earned with my chin held high, I won’t fold myself up to fit your eye. I won’t get smaller to make you feel tall, I like who I am, and that’s all. Best in the room? Well, maybe I am. If that bothers you, that’s your problem, friend. [Verse 2] You bring me advice like I asked you to, But your old little rulebook won’t make me new. The mirror tells the truth, and I sleep just fine, I’m right where I belong; you can mind your side. Dress pressed neat and my hair pinned back, Your grand opinion fades when I answer back. I won’t play shy, I won’t retreat, If I make you squirm, find another seat. [Chorus] I make my own rules, I sign my own name, You can call me a handful; I’m still the same. Take what I’ve earned with my chin held high, I won’t fold myself up to fit your eye. I won’t get smaller to make you feel tall, I like who I am, and that’s all. Best in the room? Well, maybe I am. If that bothers you, that’s your problem, friend. [Bridge] Easy now. Look me in the eye. I owe you no proof, and I won’t ask why. [Verse 3] Set three places; I took my share, Your sour little envy hangs in the air. I keep myself safe, I tend my own flame, I won’t spend my minutes playing your game. Shoulders back, and the screen door swings, I’m not your quiet, convenient thing. Not your doll, not your grand design, I belong to me, and I’m doing fine. [Final Chorus] I make my own rules, I sign my own name, You can call me a handful; I’m still the same. Take what I’ve earned with my chin held high, I won’t fold myself up to fit your eye. I won’t get smaller to make you feel tall, I like who I am, and that’s all. Best in the room? Well, maybe I am. If that bothers you, that’s your problem, friend. [Outro] I never asked you to let me in. Don’t hold your breath for an apology, friend.
