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Artist: The Academy Is...
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Skeptics and True Believers
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Skeptics and True Believers
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Don't be so scared,
we will not lead
you on like you've
been doing for weeks.
So you're selfish,
and I'm sorry.
When I'm gone
you'll be going
nowhere fast. Nowhere fast.
(Chorus)
Would you believe me if I said I
didn't need you,
'cause I wouldn't believe you
if you said the same to me.
Near death, last breath, and barely hanging on.
Would you believe me if
I said I didn't need you?
Don't be scared
to take a second for reflection,
to take a leave of absence,
see what you're made of.
So I'm selfish,
and you're sorry.
When I'm gone you'll be going nowhere fast.
So who's selfish, and who's sorry?
(Chorus)
Someone, somewhere said some
things that may have sparked some sympathy,
but don't believe.
Don't believe a word you've heard about me.
Don't be so scared.
It's harder for me.
(Chorus)
Someone, somewhere said some
things that may have sparked some sympathy,
but don't believe.
Don't believe a word you've heard.
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