You Were Always There

We grew up side by side, through all the highs and lows

Late nights and secrets only we would ever know

You pulled me from the edge when I was falling down

With you, I was someone who could never drown

But somewhere along the way, I started to see

Maybe I want more than you being there for me

I don’t know how to say this, but I’m hoping you feel

Something that’s real

‘Cause you were always there, when the light was gone

When I couldn’t be strong, you kept holding on

Now I’m staring at you, wondering if you see

That I think I’m in love, and it’s breaking me

So I hold it inside, but it’s more than I planned

I just hope you understand

I still hear your laugh in that soft summer rain

It’s like nothing else could ever feel the same

You know my broken parts, the pieces I hide

No one else sees me the way you see inside

And I wish I could reach you without all this fear

But I’m scared to lose you if I say it clear

So I hold back the words that I’m dying to say

Please don’t look away

‘Cause you were always there, when I lost my way

When the nights were too dark, and I’d push you away

Now I’m staring at you, wondering if you see

That I think I’m in love, and it’s breaking me

So I hold it inside, but it’s more than I planned

I just hope you understand

And if this stays hidden, I’ll try to be okay

I’d rather be your friend than scare you away

But if you feel it too, don’t leave me alone

I’m ready to call you my home

You were always there, when my heart was torn

Through all my mistakes, through the quiet storms

Now I’m staring at you, hoping you can see

That I think I’m in love, and it’s breaking me

So I’ll hold it inside, but it’s more than I planned

I just hope you understand

You were always there, and maybe that’s love

Maybe you’re the one I’ve been dreaming of

So if you ever feel the same way too

Just know that I’d choose you