A Natural Thing

To want to be liked is a natural thing It makes us happy when others our praises do sing But most people sensitive to criticism or so 'twould appear Nice things said about them they only wish to hear You may have many admirers though not everyone is on your side And put down words can leave one with a wounded sense of pride But the words of a wise one i often recall That you well may win many but you won't win them all Hurt feelings can leave one feeling down as most would agree And it is nice to be liked that's how it seems to be But why allow those who try to deride you for to get you down Who wants to be known as the sad sack of the town That most people like to be liked does remain ever true And you feel happy when others say nice things of you.