Silent mode

You shrink yourself to keep them close,

Turn down your fire just to please their ghosts.

Waiting quiet while they fade,

But silence shouldn't be the price you pay.

You give and give, then feel erased

It's time to step out of that space.

Don’t be a ringtone

For someone who lives in quiet.

Don’t spill your soul

To those who won’t reply it.

You’re not a whisper, you’re the flame

So light it up, don’t play their game.

You chase the ones who never call,

Build your love just to watch it fall.

But being heard is not a crime,

Don’t dim your voice to fit their time.

You’re not too much, you’re not too loud

You just outgrew a muted crowd.

Don’t be a ringtone

For someone who lives in quiet.

Don’t hush your truth

To fit the ones who fight it.

You’re not a phase, you’re the storm

So own your voice and change the norm.

You’re not here to beg for space,

Or break yourself just to be safe.

If they can’t see the gold you shine,

Leave their silence far behind.

Stand up loud, reclaim your sound,

You’re not meant to be turned down.

Let them fade, let them flee

You’re not background melody.

Don’t be a ringtone

For someone who lives in quiet.

Don’t lose your fire

For a heart that won’t ignite it.

You’re the song, the spark, the flame

Let them miss you when you change.

This is your reminder

Never be a ringtone

For someone who chose silent mode.