Shadows of My Heart

[Intro]
Silent echoes in my mind, longing to be free
Hiding in the shadows, wishing for a clearer me

[Verse 1]
Far away I've gone, gotta escape this restless storm
Every time I try to stay, I feel the pull of the unknown
Scared to get too close, afraid of breaking what's inside
Lost in the confusion, nowhere left to hide

[Pre-Chorus]
I don't know what I want, just need a little space
To breathe and find my voice, in this lonely place
Wish I could be honest, let the truth unfold
Break down all these walls, let my story be told

[Chorus]
Why can't I just be real?
Why do I always hide?
Yearning to be close, but afraid to fall
Feeling misunderstood, feeling so small
I wish I could be open, I wish I could be true
Shying away from love, afraid of what I might do

[Verse 2]
In the quiet, I hear whispers of a different life
Where I don't have to run or hide from the night
Longing for connection, but scared of the pain
Tangled in my fears, trying to break the chains

[Pre-Chorus]
I don't know what I want, just need a little space
To breathe and find my voice, in this lonely place
Wish I could be honest, let the truth unfold
Break down all these walls, let my story be told

[Chorus]
Why can't I just be real?
Why do I always hide?
Yearning to be close, but afraid to fall
Feeling misunderstood, feeling so small
I wish I could be open, I wish I could be true
Shying away from love, afraid of what I might do

[Bridge]
Maybe someday I’ll find the courage, to let you in
To shed these fears and start again, to heal from within
Until that moment, I’ll keep searching for my light
Hoping someday I’ll be free, shining bright

[Outro]
Far away I’ve gone, but maybe I’ll return
With open arms and a heart that learns
To love and be loved, without fear inside
Breaking through the shadows, shedding the disguise

Acoustic indie, heartfelt vocal, gentle guitar, subtle percussion, emotive mood