Second place

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"The first loser"
That's what I always heard second place was
I guess that's what I am
The second option
Not quite the best
"The backup plan"
"The alternate"
"Not quite enough for anyone"
I'm really trying though
To win his affections
To win her trust
To earn back their love
Maybe I'm selfish
I probably am
But can you blame me?
Because here I am
Always stuck
In second place

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