Demons

It's getting dark now On the train home Myriad thoughts about what I'd do just in case Is my phone charged? Turn the music down Is there anyone standing a bit too close Does someone have a weird vibe? Text my friends to tell them where I am I hold on tight to my keys They'll be my weapon just in case Trust me when I tell you the fear is real We are sick of being blamed What was she wearing? What was she doing out so late? I look around me Speed up my step Walking home at night anxious every day I sigh with relief When it's just a girl We locked eyes cause we know we are safe I even earned a black belt But nothing will ever be enough I'm constantly reminded that public spaces are still not mine There are creeps everywhere It happens every day across the world Resigned to accept Be always alert To prevent an offense