I am not perfect and I don't claim to be And if that's what you wanted Well then I'm so sorry How about a better version of the way that I am? Excuse the mess I didn't see you from behind I caught a glimpse But the reflection's only mine

Tell the children the truth Rebel, rebel! Come on and tell the children the truth We refuse to be What you wanted us to be We are what we are That's the way it's going to be, if you don't know You can't educate I For no equal opportunity (talkin' 'bout