Innocent No More

There was a time I was innocent, that was long ago.

Then hurt and pain I did not know.

I saw the world through a child's eyes,

I believed in truth until I was shown the lies.

I had not learned the meaning of tears,

I had given my love without any fears,

but I've been hurt, my love abused,

I've been a fool, and I've been used.

I learned the rules of the game,

now I play without any shame.

The trusting innocent I am no longer,

I hit the bottom and came out stronger.