My dearest beloved

I wanted to tell you

On this day of love

That I do not need you

 

I do not need you

To make me happy

So you will never have the pressure

Of my contentment on your shoulders

 

I do not need you

To provide for my financial needs

So pursue any dream you want

Without worrying about supporting me

 

I do not need you

To boost my self-esteem

So if my butt really does look big in these jeans

You can say and we can laugh

 

I do not need you

To always act cheerful

So if you feel like being grouchy

Express it in all its glory

 

I do not need you

To always be a ‘man’

So when you need to be vulnerable

Do so without feeling ashamed

 

I do not need you

To always keep me company

So when you need time by yourself

Go without feeling guilty

 

I do not need you

To always wipe away my tears

So if you too are finding the world too much

You can relax, knowing I am still supported by friends

 

I do not need you

To always be by my side

So if you want to hang out with the lads

Go and have that beer

 

I do not need you

To be someone who you are not

Be whoever you want to be

And I will support you all the way

 

I do not need you

To make me feel complete

Because we are not two who have become one

But two who have become three

 

I do not need you

So I can set you free

Because I love you

And you are always dear to me

 

Happy Valentine’s Day