“Because I said so”
I hate that phrase.
It totally drives me crazy.
Please answer my question when I say why.
Your answer is so darn lazy.

“Because I said so”
That makes me mad.
It’s dismissive and not O.K.
I just want to know why I have to comply.
“Because I said so” is all that you say.

“Because I said so”
That works for you
But it starts a fight, don’t you see?
When I say why, just tell me why.
Would it hurt to explain things to me?

“Because I said so”
The grown up line.
I get it, you have all the power.
You must have forgotten how awful this feels
How distasteful, and really so sour.

“Because I said so”
When that is said
I feel disrespected by you.
I may be a kid but I’d still like to think
That my feelings are valid and true.

“Because I said so”
Enough with that.
I’m ready to stop digging in.
Let’s start this one over, and both be polite.
I don’t need to lose so you win.