Mask on

Verse 1
I’m always in the room, but my mind drifts away
Smiling through the tired, just trying to make it through the day
I give my time, my mind, my last ounce of strength
But some nights I feel empty, like there’s nothing left
I’m there for every moment, every laugh, every tear
It’s everything I wanted, I’d never trade these years
But I’m worn from being strong with no one holding me
I’m present in the picture, but I’m fading mentally

Pre-Chorus
I just need a place to call home
Somewhere safe, where I don't feel alone
I don’t complain, I just keep it inside
Carry the weight, still show up every time
I hold it together, and say I'm fine

Chorus
I’m physically here, but I’m breaking inside
Trying to be everything, nowhere to hide
I love them so deep, with no regrets
Just dont wanna give till I have nothing left
I don’t need saving, I just need support
Somewhere I belong, someone sure
I’m holding it together, doing the best I can
I just wanna be held… like I hold them.

Verse 2
I pour myself into their dreams, make sure they’re alright
Teach ’em how to feel safe in the middle of the night
I silence all my questions, swallow every doubt
Tell myself tomorrow I’ll figure it out
I don’t talk about the weight, I don’t show the cracks
I keep moving forward, no holding back
But loving this hard gets lonely sometimes
When no one asks if I’m okay, Especially on those long nights. 

Chorus
I’m physically here, but I’m breaking inside
Trying to be everything, nowhere to hide
I love them so deep, with no regrets
Just dont wanna give till I have nothing left
I don’t need saving, I just need support
Somewhere I belong, someone sure
I’m holding it together, doing the best I can
I just wanna be held… like I hold them.

Mask on tight, heart in chains,
I dance through nights of silent pain.
Every laugh’s a fragile disguise,
Hiding tears behind my eyes.

Soft contemporary R&B / healing soul
Slow tempo (60–64 BPM)
Warm piano or Rhodes, female