my heart keeps tightening
as i stand from afar
looking at you crumble
and trying not to fall apart

that fake smile
is starting to disappear
your beauty hasn't faltered
but your soul is what i fear

i long to hold your tears
and kiss away the pain
but i stand back and wait
because shame is what i have to gain

eyes like glass
skin like paper
i don't care how long it takes
i just need to have her