Shadow Within

(Verse 1)

I wake up in a warzone inside my head,

Every thought’s a battle, every word’s left unsaid.

I smile like I’m fine, but it’s all a disguise,

They see what they want, never look in my eyes.

(Pre-Chorus)

They say, “Just be strong,” like I haven’t tried,

But they don’t hear the screams that I hide.

(Chorus)

I’m a shadow within, a ghost in the light,

Falling apart but I’m ready to fight.

They call me insane, say I’ve lost control,

But they don’t know what it’s like in my soul.

(Verse 2)

I can feel the pressure, it’s crushing my chest,

Every heartbeat’s a warning, I can’t get no rest.

I'm drowning in whispers, they're feeding my doubt,

No matter how loud I scream, I can’t get out.

(Breakdown)

I’M NOT OKAY!

I’M NOT ALRIGHT!

But I won’t be buried without a fight!

(Chorus)

I’m a shadow within, a ghost in the light,

Falling apart but I’m ready to fight.

They call me insane, say I’ve lost control,

But they don’t know what it’s like in my soul.

(Bridge)

Turn the pain into fire, let it burn through my veins,

I won’t be their victim, I won’t wear their chains.

(Outro)

Maybe I’m broken, maybe I’m lost,

But I’ll rise from the ashes, no matter the cost.