A constant battle, where the temptations whisper 
A tempting escape from reality, a dangerous twister 
A dangerous game, that the substance plays  
A constant struggle, that ruins days  
A disease that runs deep in a family tree  
An addict, who just wants to feel free 
A gnawing feeling trying to just get clean  
A constant question, of why I am so mean  
An addiction will take away your pride  
A problem, easily denied    
 A substance easily neglected, is thought to be hardly affected 
An issue that is easily suspected 
A vast feeling of shame 
A rigorous game, with a deep claim  
A Vicious cycle, hard to be broken  
A few sober days counts as a token `
A clean slate, a fresh start awaits 
A new beginning, do not be late