[Verse 1] Found a paper crown in a parking lot Faded gold, bent shape, still held a lot I wore it home like a secret joke Rain on my sleeves and a stubborn hope [Pre-Chorus] You said, What do you want? I said, Something small Just a little spark To light up the hall [Chorus] Paper crown, paper crown I keep it on when it all comes down Paper crown, paper crown I wear my mess like a victory now (oh-oh) Paper crown, paper crown I keep it on, I keep it on [Verse 2] Coffee rings on the tablecloth Two old coins and a broken watch Every scrap turns into a sign If I squint hard, it's a new design [Pre-Chorus] You said, What do you need? I said, Room to grow A crooked little throne And a place to go [Chorus] Paper crown, paper crown I keep it on when it all comes down Paper crown, paper crown I wear my mess like a victory now (oh-oh) Paper crown, paper crown I keep it on, I keep it on [Bridge] If it bends, let it bend If it tears, I'll mend Every dent gets gold Every crack gets a name [Chorus] Paper crown, paper crown I keep it on when it all comes down Paper crown, paper crown I wear my mess like a victory now (oh-oh) Paper crown, paper crown I keep it on, I keep it on Paper crown, paper crown Nothing fancy, still mine to own
