Nobody Knows

Nobody knows how much my chest aches
Because I don't tell them
Nobody sees the tears in my eyes
Because I look away
Nobody knows the confusion in my head
Because I don't speak of it
Nobody knows how much my arms ache for a hug
Because I hold back a step
Nobody knows the fear in my mind
Because I act brave
Nobody knows how sad I am
Because I always smile
Nobody knows that I am not okay
Because I always say I'm fine
Nobody knows I secretly want to die
Because they wouldn't understand
Nobody knows the extent I go to just to cope
Because I hide in the darkness
Nobody feels the weight on my shoulders
Only I can feel it
Nobody knows I'm always alone
Because I'm always alone

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