Verse 1 I learned how to hold my breath How to smile and carry on I learned how to say I’m fine When something felt wrong I kept my worries folded neat Like letters never sent Afraid if I let them show They’d change the way you meant Chorus I don’t have to be strong I don’t have to pretend I can let my hands shake I can lean in If I need you, I’ll say it out loud If I’m scared, I won’t turn away I don’t have to be strong To stay Verse 2 There’s a comfort in being held That pride never gave to me I don’t want to be untouchable I want you to see Every doubt, every quiet ache Every night I couldn’t sleep I don’t want to hide my need I want to keep it where you can reach Chorus I don’t have to be strong I don’t have to know I can ask for comfort I can let go If I need reassurance now I won’t swallow the sound I don’t have to be strong To be found Bridge This isn’t falling apart This is letting you in I don’t lose myself I finally begin Final Chorus (soft, resolved) I don’t have to be strong I can rest in your care I can say I need you And stay right there If my heart feels open and raw I won’t turn that away I don’t have to be strong I just have to stay Outro Yeah, I don’t have to be strong With you
