Bruises and Scars

[Intro]
Broken nerves and battered pride, that’s all I need to survive
It's better to bleed than to be left behind, with hope that’s denied

[Verse 1]
Fists in a fight, at least I stand tall, I know where I stand
When love walks away, leaves scars in its wake, I don’t need a helping hand
Bruised and battered but still here, got stories etched on my skin
Each mark a badge of honor, a reminder I refuse to give in

[Pre-Chorus]
No more empty promises, no more tear-streaked nights
I’d rather face the fight, than drown in silent goodbyes

[Chorus]
Give me bruises and scars, they’re my battle cry
Rather than a love that leaves me empty inside
Bruised, yet alive, I wear my pain with pride
No love lost can break me down, I survived

[Verse 2]
Walking through the storm, my resolve like steel
Heart’s been torn apart, but I refuse to kneel
Love abandoned me once, I won’t beg or plead
My scars tell my story, they’re my victory

[Pre-Chorus]
No more illusion, no more false hope
I’d rather fight and cope, than live broken and broke

[Chorus]
Give me bruises and scars, they’re my battle cry
Rather than a love that leaves me empty inside
Bruised, yet alive, I wear my pain with pride
No love lost can break me down, I survived

[Bridge]
Let the world see my wounds, let them know I’m strong
The pain I wear like armor, where I belong
Fighting for my soul, scars as my proof
Rising from the ashes, again I’m bulletproof

[Outro]
Bruises and scars, my testament of resilience
Better to endure than suffer silence and compliance
Love may abandon, but I stand unbowed
With every mark, I’m calling out loud


[Female Vocal]

[Verse]

Hard rock, gritty vocals, heavy guitar riffs, raw emotional tone