Rising from the Shadows

[Intro]
Walking through shadows, trying to find the light
Every step forward, battling the night
Healing's a journey, often slow
Breaking the silence, letting hope grow

[Verse 1]
Years of pain buried deep inside
Fighting fears that I can't hide
A survivor rising from ashes cold
Stories of strength, finally told

[Pre-Chorus]
Every scar, every tear, a part of my story
Learning to love myself in faded glory
It's heavy, the weight I carry, but I am here
Facing the world, shedding the fear

[Chorus]
I'm doing better, step by step
Rebuilding pieces I once kept
Though setbacks try to pull me down
I'm reaching up, I won't drown

[Bridge]
Immersion in the crowd, loud and bright
Training my heart to embrace the fight
Rediscovering who I am within
Waking the strength beneath my skin

[Outro]
Survivor's song, I carry on
A new dawn, a rising sun
Every day, I find my way
Stronger than I was yesterday

Indie folk, emotive vocals, acoustic guitar, gentle percussion, hopeful mood