I Matter

You pass me by and you don't even care

You wouldn't even pick me up

You wouldn't stoop that low

People who'll see

Might think you're desperate

I do not matter

Now you're riding the jeepney

You open your purse

You should have picked me up
You have the driver a bill instead

I matter a little

You saw me again the next day

You still didn't pick me up

Someone slashed your bag

And stole your wallet and more

Will I matter?

But you found your purse

And count the clinking coins

You're one peso short

You gave out a greater sigh

Now, I matter