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Three important rules for breaking up

Don't put off breaking up when you know you want to

Prolonging the situation only makes it worse

Tell him honestly simply kindly but firmly

Don't make a big production

Don't 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 you've gone together for only a short time

And haven't been too serious

There's still a feeling of rejection

When someone says she prefers the company of others

To your exclusive company

But if you're 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 he'll appreciate the kind and

Straightforward manner in which you told him your decision

Unless he's a real jerk or a cry baby you'll remain friends

I'm head of the class

I'm popular

I'm a quarterback

I'm popular

My mom says I'm a catch

I'm popular

I'm never last picked

I got a cheer leading chick

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

I'm the party star

I'm popular

I've got my own car

I'm popular

I'll never get caught

I'm popular

I make football bets

I'm the teacher's pet

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 you're ready to go out with Johnny

Now's the time to tell him about your one month limit

He won't mind he'll appreciate your fresh look on dating

And once you've dated someone else you can date him again

I'm sure he'll like it

Everyone will appreciate it

You're so novel what a good idea

You can keep your time to yourself

You don't need date insurance

You can go out with whoever you want to

Every boy every boy in the whole world could be yours

If you'll just listen to my plan

The teenage guide to popularity

I'm head of the class

I'm popular

I'm a quarterback

I'm popular

My mom says I'm a catch

I'm popular

I'm never last picked

I'm cheer leading chick

I'm the party star

I'm popular

I've got my own car

I'm popular

I'll never get caught

I'm popular

I'm the teacher's pet

I make football bets