Breaking the Silence

[Intro]
Stand tall, break the silence, shatter the walls
It's time to rise, hear the call, yeah

[Verse 1]
They say it’s just one side, a story untold
But the pain is real, stories unfold
Men and women caught in the game, caught in the storm
Lost in the shadows, searching for the norm

[Pre-Chorus]
You can hide the truth, but it refuses to fade
Survivors strong, breaking free from the shade
It’s not about gender, it’s about the fight
Finding your voice in the dying light

[Chorus]
I survived domestic violence, I’ve unmasked the lies
Refused to live in fear, I’ve opened up my eyes
From the darkness, I emerge, I reclaim my life
Standing tall, I’m a survivor, I will survive

[Verse 2]
Manipulation, gaslight, trying to steal your soul
But within you burns a fire, making you whole
The road’s been rough, the scars run deep
But strength is yours, it’s awake from sleep

[Pre-Chorus]
You can hide the truth, but it refuses to fade
Survivors strong, breaking free from the shade
It’s not about gender, it’s about the fight
Finding your voice in the dying light

[Chorus]
I survived domestic violence, I’ve unmasked the lies
Refused to live in fear, I’ve opened up my eyes
From the darkness, I emerge, I reclaim my life
Standing tall, I’m a survivor, I will survive

[Bridge]
It’s a battle to heal, a journey to find peace
But every step forward, the pain starts to decrease
No longer a victim, taking back control
Empowered, renewed, mending my soul

[Outro]
Let’s stand together, break the cycle, break free
Victims turn survivors, in unity
Raise your voice, let ‘em hear your story
From pain to power, embrace your glory

Empowering acoustic ballad, soulful vocals, minimal instrumentation, heartfelt and inspiring