[Verse 1] Three important rules for breaking up Dont put off breaking up when you know you want to Prolonging the situation only makes it worse Tell him honestly, simply, kindly, but firmly Dont make a big production Dont make up an elaborate story This will help you avoid a big tear jerking scene If you want to date other people say so Be prepared for the boy to feel hurt and rejected Even if youve gone together for only a short time And havent been too serious Theres still a feeling of rejection When someone says she prefers the company of others To your exclusive company But if youre honest, and direct And avoid making a flowery emotional speech When you break the news The boy will respect you for your frankness And honestly hell appreciate the kind and Straightforward manner in which you told him your decision Unless hes a real jerk or a cry baby youll remain friends [Chorus 1] Im head of the class Im popular Im a quarterback Im popular My mom says Im a catch Im popular Im never last picked I got a cheerleading chick [Verse 2] Being attractive is the most important thing there is If you wanna catch the biggest fish in your pond You have to be as attractive as possible Make sure to keep your hair spotless and clean Wash it at least every two weeks Once every two weeks And if you see Johnny Football Hero in the hall Tell him he played a great game Tell him you liked his article in the newspaper [Chorus 2] Im the party star Im popular Ive got my own car Im popular Ill never get caught Im popular I make football bets Im the teachers pet [Verse 3] I propose we support a one month limit on going steady I think It would keep people more able to deal with weird situations And get to know more people I think if youre ready to go out with Johnny Nows the time to tell him about your one month limit He wont mind, hell appreciate your fresh look on dating And once youve dated someone else, you can date him again Im sure hell like it Everyone will appreciate it Youre so novel, what a good idea You can keep your time to yourself You dont need date insurance You can go out with whoever you want to Every boy, every boy in the whole world could be yours If youll just listen to my plan The teenage guide to popularity [Chorus 1] Im head of the class Im popular Im a quarterback Im popular My mom says Im a catch Im popular Im never last picked I got a cheerleading chick [Chorus 2] Im the party star Im popular Ive got my own car Im popular Ill never get caught Im popular I make football bets Im the teachers pet
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