Infamous Clown

I am my own worst enemy
As plain as anyone with eyes can see
I'm nothing special not some mystery
Just a clown with a heart of gold

In a flash make a friend then watch them burn
Worked over so many times but I don't learn
I wish someone else would step in and take my turn
But no one else would be so bold

I give my heart far too freely it's true
My messed up lot in life turns my green eyes blue
I've tried to shake this curse my whole life through
And it's turning my heart cold

I'm sick and tired of being misunderstood
They'd hang my body on a chunk of wood
I'd spit in all their faces if I could
I'll take this hand I'm dealt and fold

Perhaps it's time to set the other side free
That evil creature lurking deep inside of me
Maybe then the blind will finally see
Their own ignorance foretold

Yes I think it's time my friends
To bring this final chapter to an end
Put away your gossip rags and try to pretend
You never knew me
Just a fleeting memory
Nothing here left to see
Taking my place in infamy