Don’t Let the Door Close

[Verse]
I see your shadow fade
The hallway’s cold
Your suitcase whispers secrets it shouldn’t hold
I should speak but my throat won’t clear
The clock just laughs while it steals you from here
[Chorus]
Don’t let the door close
Don’t let it end
You were my always
My start
My bend
If I could stop time
I’d tie it in knots
But here you are leaving
While I’m left with my thoughts
[Verse 2]
You said we’d conquer
But now you retreat
Every word you gave me tastes bittersweet
Was I too quiet
Or did I sing too loud
Now I’m standing here screaming to an empty crowd
[Prechorus]
They say love stays if it’s meant to stay
But they don’t hear it walking away
[Chorus]
Don’t let the door close
Don’t let it end
You were my always
My start
My bend
If I could stop time
I’d tie it in knots
But here you are leaving
While I’m left with my thoughts
[Bridge]
I could chase you
But what would I find
A map of your heart or just exit signs
Every step feels like I’m losing more
But I still wish you’d stay
Wish you’d shut that door

indie, heartfelt, acoustic-driven with raw male vocals and soft percussion, blending vulnerability and a touch of melancholy