I Am Not

I am not a emo kid just because I get depressed.
I am not a punk just because my hair is dyed.
I am not a goth just because I wear black.
I am not a loser just because I didn't win this time.

I am not a prep just because I'm popular.
I am not a bitch just because I speak my mind.
I am not a conceited person just because I'm confident.
I am not a nerd just because I'm good at Science.

I am not a liar just because I sometimes exagerate.
I am not a jock just because I play games.
I am not a stoner just because I've smoked weed.
I am not a poser just because I like a change.

I am not a racist person just because I am white.
I am not a bad driver just because I'm a woman.
I am not a trouble maker just because I am young.
I am not a jerk or asshole just because I am a man.

I am not a redneck just because I live in the country.
I am not a pussy just because I cry.
I am not a dumb person just because I'm blonde.
I am not a traitor just because I try to better my life.

I am not a jackass just because I like to goof off.
I am not a suck up just because I get good grades.
I am not a bully just because I'm intimidating.
I am not a yankee just because I live in north-eastern states.

I am not a snob just because I am rich.
I am not a skank just because I don't have a lot of money.
I am not a slut just because I'm not a virgin.
I am not a drunk just because I'm clumsy.

I am not a boring person just because I am old.
I am not a wannabe just because I have black friends.
I am not a goody-two-shoes just because I want things to be perfect.
I am not a terriorist just because I'm from Iraq or Pakistan.

I am not a lot of things that you may believe I am,
Just because you judged me before you gave me a chance.
Stereotypes are ridiculous, in my opinion; not everyone is the same.
So get to know me before you group me with a labeled name.