Stronger Than That

How in the hell does one heart swell
To the size of a beast with a bark like a big kick drum?
Tell me what does it take to get a mouth that makes
Every old man around you seem so young
And I know you’re afraid of falling flat
And I know those walls are up against your back
And I know there are those who’d see you crack
But I know that you’re stronger than that
If you’re feeling bad, wave your hand at a cab
And hitch a ride to the other side of the town
I’ll be standing there to pay the taxi’s fare
And lend an ear, dry the tear of a friend who’s down
And I know you’re afraid of falling flat
And I know those walls are up against your back
And I know there are those who’d see you crack
But I know that you’re stronger than that