Not A Win

[Verse 1]
I never wanted a trophy, never wanted a prize
Didn’t step into this with a war in my eyes
It was never a battle, never a game
Just a love that I swore I would fight to save
[Pre-Chorus]
But silence cuts deeper than words ever could
And I stood at the door longer than I should
I begged for a truth, not a victory sign
But I guess walking away means the win is mine
[Chorus]
But it’s not a win, not a celebration
Just an ending wrapped in hesitation
I didn’t want to be the one still standing
I just wanted us to find some understanding
If letting go means I take the title
Then crown me the king of what’s gone idle
But to me, that crown means nothin’
‘Cause this was never something to win
[Verse 2]
I counted the days, hoping you’d change your mind
But you locked up your heart, and left me outside
I gave you truth, thought you’d give me the same
But I guess walking away means I’ll take the pain
[Pre-Chorus]
But silence cuts deeper than words ever could
And I stood at the door longer than I should
I begged for a truth, not a victory sign
But I guess walking away means the win is mine
[Chorus]
But it’s not a win, not a celebration
Just an ending wrapped in hesitation
I didn’t want to be the one still standing
I just wanted us to find some understanding
If letting go means I take the title
Then crown me the king of what’s gone idle
But to me, that crown means nothin’
‘Cause this was never something to win
[Bridge]
Take your silence, take your closure
If that’s what you need, I’ll leave us in peace
But don’t mistake my silence for composure 
‘Cause this isn’t how I wanted to be free
[Final Chorus - softer, more reflective]
It’s not a win, not a celebration
Just an ending I never wanted to face
I didn’t want to be the one still standing
I just wanted us to find a way
If letting go means I take the title
Then call me the champion of what could’ve been
But I don’t want the crown, don’t want the glory
‘Cause this was never something to win
[Outro - quiet, almost whispered]
I never wanted a trophy, never wanted a prize
I just wanted a friend who would stand by my side

Acoustic Folk, Alternative Indie, Emotional