[Intro]
Beneath the curtains, a fragile heart beats,
In a world so bright, it’s hard to find peace.
With a mask of laughter, I play my part,
While the shadows whisper north of my heart.
[Verse 1]
Smiles painted on in shades of gold,
Beneath the surface, I’ve grown cold.
Holding up the weight, I carry it alone,
In a room full of faces, I’m still unknown.
[Pre-Chorus]
I’m the anchor, but who will save me?
With every cheer, I’m lost at sea.
Waves of expectations pulling me down,
In this masquerade, I barely drown.
[Chorus]
So I wear this guise, like a second skin,
In the brightest light, there’s darkness within.
For every laugh, there’s a tear I hide,
I’m the rock of the storm, though I’m tossed aside.
[Bridge]
But underneath all the roles that I play,
Is a soul that longs to break away.
To feel the sun, to feel the rain,
To laugh out loud without the pain.
[Verse 2]
I take your burdens, and I lift your cries,
Yet in the silence, it’s me who sighs.
Fighting the tides, while you sail so free,
Don’t you see the cracks? They’re parts of me.
[Pre-Chorus]
I’m the keeper of dreams, but whose dream is mine?
Paving perfect roads while I’m lost in the grind.
A heart made to serve, but how long can I cope?
In the mirror’s reflection, I search for hope.
[Chorus]
So I wear this guise, like a second skin,
In the brightest light, there’s darkness within.
For every laugh, there’s a tear I hide,
I’m the rock of the storm, though I’m tossed aside.
[Outro]
Maybe one day, I’ll find my own way,
Lift this heavy mask, let the shadows sway.
But for now, in the light, I will stand so strong,
In this quiet battle, I must carry on.
