Shadows in My Mind

Whispers in my mind, telling me I don't belong

Living in the shadows, where I hide my song

Walkin' through the crowd, I wear a hollow smile

Pretend I feel okay, just for a little while

Friends say hello, but do they really see?

Or am I just a ghost that's fading silently

Would they miss me if I disappeared?

Is this just the fear I hide behind my tears?

Never good enough, that’s what I’ve been told

Treading on the edge, feeling cold

And if I rise above, it’s ‘cause they’re worse than me

A little cracked, a little broken, that’s my melody

Success feels like a punchline, just a cruel joke

When pride’s a foreign language, and I’m always broke

Friendships are filters, I keep at bay

So I don't get hurt or lose my way

Would they see me if I let them in?

Or am I just a game they can’t win again?

Never good enough, that’s what I’ve been told

Treading on the edge, feeling cold

And if I rise above, it’s ‘cause they’re worse than me

A little cracked, a little broken, that’s my melody

Maybe someday I’ll find a light inside

A spark to burn through all my fear and pride

Until then, I’ll keep my distance, keep my guard

Living quietly, pretending I’m not scarred

Whispers in my mind, telling me I don’t belong

Living in the shadows, where I hide my song