The Weight I Leave Behind

[Intro]
This is the day, I finally let it go
A heavy weight, I’ve carried so long
Feels like a dawn, breaking through my soul
Time to breathe, time to move on

[Verse 1]
Final days of probation, feeling the truth inside
A secret I've kept, too long to hide
Words on my heart, burden of years
Ready to speak, to soothe my fears

[Pre-Chorus]
Not out of revenge, or anger’s fire
But to heal, to lift me higher
Releasing pain, no longer concealed
A new chapter, now revealed

[Chorus]
Breaking free, shedding the past
Letting words out, at last
For the child’s sake, for my peace
In my release, I find my release

[Verse 2]
A monster hidden, a truth unspoken
A child harmed, a scar unbroken
Today I choose to be brave
To speak the truth, to heal, to save

[Pre-Chorus]
Justice and mercy, hand in hand
I stand here, I take my stand
Not revenge, just honesty
For the child's safety, for me

[Chorus]
Breaking free, shedding the past
Letting words out, at last
For the child’s sake, for my peace
In my release, I find my release

[Bridge]
No more chains, no more fear
My voice is loud, my heart is clear
Healing starts with what I say
A new hope, a brand new day

[Outro]
Today I open, today I free
The secrets that have haunted me
For love, for truth, for what is right
I’ll carry this light into the night

Drama-filled, emotional ballad with poignant lyrics, soft piano, and subtle strings