Verse 1:
I wear a mask to hide my pain
Ashamed of the marks that remain
Ugly reminders of what's been done
I'm lost in fear, afraid to be seen
Chorus:
Oh, the secrets I keep, the weight I bear
Afraid of judgment, I hide with care
But in my mind, a different tale unfolds
Of exposure, shame, and a heart that's cold
Verse 2:
I imagine scenarios, worst-case fears
Everyone judging me, through joy and tears
Their words cut deep, a reflection of my own
Self-doubt creeps in, and I feel alone
Chorus:
Oh, the secrets I keep, the weight I bear
Afraid of judgment, I hide with care
But in my mind, a different tale unfolds
Of exposure, shame, and a heart that's cold
Bridge:
But what if they saw, and still accepted me?
What if they looked beyond, and loved me wild and free?
Maybe it's time to let my true self shine
And find the courage to be mine
Chorus:
Oh, the secrets I keep, the weight I bear
Afraid of judgment, I hide with care
But in my mind, a different tale unfolds
Of exposure, shame, and a heart that's cold
Outro:
I'll take small steps, to let my guard down
To show my scars, and wear my crown
I'll learn to love, the marks that I bear
And find my strength, in being me, without a care.