The Real Me

[Intro]
In shadows I hide, beneath the surface so deep
Longing to be seen, but afraid to reveal what I keep

[Verse 1]
Everyone around, they see a different face
A mask I wear, in this lonely space
Mom sees brilliance, strength and grace
But deep inside, I'm losing pace

[Pre-Chorus]
I build walls high, can't let them in
Fear of judgment, where do I begin?
Trust is a whisper, faint and thin
Drowning in shadows, where do I begin?

[Chorus]
Show me who I really am inside
Break these chains, let me no longer hide
 longing for a place to confide
Come, see the real me, bold and wide

[Verse 2]
Friends take and take, but never see
The vulnerable soul longing to be free
Strangers flicker, drawn like moths to flame
Yet safe within, I hide my pain

[Pre-Chorus]
Walls grow higher, they won't fall
Fear of being judged, behind this wall
I crave connection, but I stall
Lost in shadows, afraid to call

[Chorus]
Show me who I really am inside
Break these chains, let me no longer hide
Longing for a place to confide
Come, see the real me, bold and wide

[Bridge]
If only I could find the strength to cry
To let you see me, the truth behind the guise
Can I tear down these walls, open my eyes?
Embrace my fear, and finally rise

[Outro]
One day, I hope I'll break free
Reveal the real, the true me
Until then, I’ll just believe
That someday, someone will finally get the chance. To see. The real. Me…

Emotional acoustic indie, soft vocals, gentle guitar and piano