- published: 24 Feb 2015
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Domestication (from Latin domesticus) is the process whereby a population of animals or plants, through a process of selection, is changed at the genetic level, accentuating traits that benefit humans. It differs from taming in that a change in the phenotypical expression and genotype of the animal occurs, whereas taming is simply the process by which animals become accustomed to human presence. In the Convention on Biological Diversity, a domesticated species is defined as a "species in which the evolutionary process has been influenced by humans to meet their needs." Therefore, a defining characteristic of domestication is artificial selection by humans. Humans have brought these populations under their control and care for a wide range of reasons: to produce food or valuable commodities (such as wool, cotton, or silk), for help with various types of work (such as transportation, protection, and warfare), scientific research, or simply to enjoy as companions or ornaments.
Plants domesticated primarily for aesthetic enjoyment in and around the home are usually called house plants or ornamentals, while those domesticated for large-scale food production are generally called crops. A distinction can be made between those domesticated plants that have been deliberately altered or selected for special desirable characteristics (see cultigen) and those plants that are used for human benefit, but are essentially no different from the wild populations of the species. Animals domesticated for home companionship are usually called pets while those domesticated for food or work are called livestock or farm animals.
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Verse 1:
If you ever let me go,
I will run as far and right past the sun.
My eyes are drawn like curtains,
A reason long that I've been hurting.
(Stop looking for me, stop looking for me)
You'll never see me cry,
Not even when I die,
I don't have the time.
(Stop looking for me, stop looking for me)
Chorus:
I'm not done living in a world of experimenting,
Wanna make friends with the self destructing,
I'm not meant to be your domesticated girl
Verse 2:
It's hard for you to look at me,
I'm something more than just your property.
Stealing all my attention,
You keep me from the world I'm missing.
(Stop looking for me, stop looking for me)
When will you realize,
That every single lie is all in your mind?
Chorus:
I'm not done living in a world of experimenting,
Wanna make friends with the self destructing,
I'm not meant to be your domesticated girl~
Just untie the chains that break and bind me,
Give me all your prayers, give me all your blessings,
I'm not meant to be your domesticated girl~