I’m not my dad

[Intro]
I'm reaching out from a quiet place within
Hoping you'll hear where I begin
Lost in shadows of mistakes I've made
But I vow to change, I won't stay the same

[Verse 1]
I've shouted in pain, I’ve let my anger fly
Ashamed of the words I’ve said, I can't deny
Feeling like a failure, unwanted in my own skin
But deep inside, I know I need to win

[Pre-Chorus]
This isn't who I want to be
I see the love I’ve let slip away from me
I’m sorry for the hurt, for the tears that fell
I'm determined to break free from this shell

[Chorus]
I love you more than words can say
I miss the joy and laughter every day
I want to be a safe place, a gentle hand
To love you, and to understand

[Bridge]
I'm not my father, I will be anew
A present, loving partner, loyal and true
I’ll build a better version of myself
For you and for us, I want your help

[Outro]
Hate myself no more, I choose to smile
To talk, to share, to love, to reconcile
Love us deeply, from my heart to you
This is my promise, forever true

rap, Moody but hopeful hip-hop with warm keys, thick drums, and a deep, conversational male vocal. Vinyl crackle,strings