Chasing Shadows

[Intro]  
In the mirror, a stranger’s face,  
Counting scars, embracing grace,  
Every flaw, a story to tell,  
In this heart, I’m under a spell.  
  
Worn-out shoes, walking through the night,  
Chasing shadows, seeking the light,  
Every whisper that I once believed,  
Sometimes love means being deceived.  

  
But if I change, will you love me more?  
If I hide the truth, will you adore?  
The mirror laughs, as I wear a mask,  
Will you accept the heart that I ask?  

  
So I’m learning to love, the pieces of me,  
The highs and the lows, let them be free,  
No more chasing a heart that won’t stay,  
I’m shining my light, come what may.  

  
Spent too long in someone else’s dream,  
Calculating every little scheme,  
Trading joy for a fleeting smile,  
I’m finding myself, it’s been a while.  

  
If I’m not perfect, will you still stay?  
Can I show you love without the gray?  
The truth is a treasure buried deep inside,  
Set me free, no need to hide.  

  
So I’m learning to love, the pieces of me,  
The highs and the lows, let them be free,  
No more chasing a heart that won’t stay,  
I’m shining my light, come what may.  

  
And in the storm, I’ll stand so tall,  
With every stumble, I won't fall,  
Embrace the scars, dance in the rain,  
Love myself through joy and pain.  

  
Yes, I’m learning to love, the pieces of me,  
The highs and the lows, let them be free,  
No more chasing a heart that won’t stay,  
I’m shining my light, come what may.  

[Outro]  
In the mirror, no stranger today,  
I’ve found my heart, in every way,  
So here I am, unfiltered and true,  
Learning to love the real me, too.

Emotional female vocals, country rock, fiddle