[Verse 1]
At the pharmacy, tucked beneath my arm,
A little gray rabbit in a red wool scarf.
The cashier paused, then looked away;
I smiled and paid, had errands to do today.
[Pre-Chorus]
I’ve got the bills, the keys, the plans,
And one soft friend who understands.
[Chorus]
I’m grown, I’m fine, and he comes along,
Through crowded rooms and the whole day long.
You can stare, you can scoff, I won’t disappear;
He’s not hurting a soul by being here.
If it bothers you, turn your face away—
I’ll carry my rabbit and be on my way.
[Verse 2]
On the bus, by the window, he rides in my coat,
While rain taps the glass and the old engine groans.
A kid gave a wave; I waved back twice,
Then told Mr. Button we were doing all right.
[Pre-Chorus]
I know what I need; I know what I choose,
There’s room in this world for a comfort you use.
[Chorus]
I’m grown, I’m fine, and he comes along,
Through crowded rooms and the whole day long.
You can stare, you can scoff, I won’t disappear;
He’s not hurting a soul by being here.
If it bothers you, turn your face away—
I’ll carry my rabbit and be on my way.
[Bridge]
No rule says courage has to look one way,
No prize for pretending you’re untouched every day.
So let the room judge; let the room decide—
I’ve got a small brave heart tucked by my side.
[Final Chorus]
I’m grown, I’m fine, and he comes along,
Through crowded rooms and the whole day long.
You can stare, you can scoff, I won’t disappear;
He’s not hurting a soul by being here.
If it bothers you, turn your face away—
I’ll carry my rabbit and be on my way.
[Outro]
By my side, by my side,
Mr. Button, we’re all right.