The Toned Down Version Of Me Lyrics

You asked me to the party

And I happily accepted

But I tried to keep my cool

'Cause everyone else seemed unaffected

That we're gonna get together

Eat crackers and play Settlers of Catan

I showed up in my best jeans

With a pot of buttered noodles

And a present for your dog

Because I always have loved poodles

Then I walked into the living room

And sat down with everyone on the couch

This is the toned down version of me

Don't want to show I'm too excited

And end up uninvited

This is the slowed down version of me

Don't want to seem enthusiastic…

I'm cool and classic

The night is getting long

And people's eyes are starting to fade

But I've got overwhelming energy

That could last for three more days

So I start cleaning up the cups and things

My eagerness gets lost in the task

Then you ask…

Why did you tone down that version of you?

I was looking forward to your love of life

Like everything is new

I want to be more warm like you

But life has gotten in my way…

So next time you're at the party

Bring your overzealous laugh

And your penchant for shenanigans

I promise I won't get mad

'Cause it's the unique things you do

That make you, you