Being a man is a journey of life,
A path filled with struggles and strife.
From childhood till the end of days,
Sacrifices are made in countless ways.

In youth, they're scolded for not studying,
From teachers to parents, no reprieve forthcoming.
And then they fall in love, giving their all,
But sometimes love ends, and they feel small.

Their heart broken, their love life dead,
They try to move on and clear their head.
But then they're told to focus on their career,
Sacrificing their passion, the cost is dear.

And as they see their parents getting older,
They work hard to secure their dream job, to shoulder,
The responsibility of taking care of their kin,
Sacrificing love, fun, and parties with friends.

Married to their girl, another responsibility on their head,
To see a smile on every family member's face, they tread,
A never-ending quest to make their wife happy,
Doing everything to make sure their family is sappy.

And then they become a father, taking on another role,
To make their son and daughter smile, is their goal.
Even when they get scolded in the office,
They can't quit, for their family, they must be cautious.

They're living for their families, not for themselves,
Earning for their loved ones, and not for wealth.
Sacrificing their desires to make their children successful,
The ultimate goal, a legacy to be grateful.

And in the end, when their time is up,
They look back at their legacy, and they never give up,
Their eyes filled with tears, remembering the good and bad,
Putting a smile on their face, they pass on, no longer sad.

Being a man is not an easy task,
From childhood to death, it's an endless ask.
Facing struggles and making sacrifices,
Living for their loved ones, with untold prices.