THE WAY I FEEL

 I'm the man that people see as strong and bold,

but they fail to see the troubles and heartaches I hold,

the pain and hurts, the responsibilities that's too heavy a burden to bear.

I smile just to get by, listening with care

as they entrust in me, their burdens to bear.

I'm happy to be the shoulder they lean, 

but sometimes, I feel like a broken soul.

they say I don't smile, laugh, I'm emotionless,

in my corner, happy alone, headphones on, volume up, listening to music, away from the worlds bullshit.

people come to me with tears in their eyes, 

pain in their hearts, and fear in their minds,

but they never ask if I'm fine.

if only they know that everyone has a demon to wrestle.

when I'm alone, I drench my pillow 

feeling lost and lonely, like a weeping willow.

I mask my pain, lock it up inside, smile and act like I'm okay.

But it's hard to be an angel when you're surrounded by demons.

coz, everyone's demon roam and follow us everywhere we go.

sometimes, I wish someone could understand 

that I too, have feelings buried deep in the sand,

some demons I need to put to sleep, some insecurities I haven't dealt with yet.

I may seem strong, and act all tough,

but seriously, I need my space to let the feelings that I keep locked away find expression,

to embrace the pain and let it take it's toll,

but we often neglect the turmoil inside the waves.

© GrEaTnEsS 🦁