Never Ever by Hilary Williamson Never ever make friends with a crocodile However much you admire his low profile If you turn your back, in just a little while You'll find yourself inside that toothy smile Don't wave red rags at a charging bull All the other kids may think it's cool To watch him trample you down at school - But you won't impress them, don't act the fool Don't slink alongside a hyena pack But if you must, then watch your back For if they can't catch the prey they track You'll be the next one they attack Don't run in the midst of a lemming swarm Though you don't need to think if you conform When they jump off a cliff in the raging storm Don't leap just so you can wear their uniform Never ever make friends with friends like these False friends are far worse than enemies Instead befriend those he's and she's - Who are listeners, loyal, and like you ... please!