[Verse 1]
Tinsel wrapped tight but the air feels cold
Lights flash bright but my heart’s still sold
To a ghost of December
A name I can't say
Underneath the mistletoe
I just drift away
[Prechorus]
Every sparkle feels fake
Every snowflake a mistake
Oh
This season’s got me tied in knots
[Chorus]
Holly in the shadows
Crying in the glow
Decked-out trees can’t fix what I know
Holly in the shadows
Nowhere to go
This ain’t the Christmas they show on those shows
[Verse 2]
Candy canes crack like the words you spoke
Fireplace warmth but my chest still chokes
They’re singing carols
I’m lip-syncing pain
Ribbons on presents
But none on my brain
[Chorus]
Holly in the shadows
Crying in the glow
Decked-out trees can’t fix what I know
Holly in the shadows
Nowhere to go
This ain’t the Christmas they show on those shows
[Bridge]
Fake snow
Fake smiles
Fake joy
Fake cheer
Every jingle’s a reminder that you’re not here
And I’m just an ornament hanging in doubt
Waiting for the moment they figure me out