Verse 1 I learned my name in shattered shields In whispered prayers on broken fields They taught me love was something sweet Then showed me how it tastes like defeat Gold on my skin, fire in my veins Every kiss leaves a scar the same I don’t choose between heart or blade I am the price the gods have made Pre-Chorus I don’t beg and I don’t flee I don’t kneel for destiny Chorus I’m born of blood and roses War cries wrapped in silk I make kingdoms fall in love Then watch them drown in guilt If you touch me, you’ll adore me If you cross me, you’ll bleed I am mercy dressed in ruin I am everything you need Verse 2 They follow me for different sins Some for peace, some just to win I feel their fear, I feel their want Both taste the same when the fire’s drawn My mother’s smile, my father’s rage I carry both upon the stage They pray I’ll save them from the storm Not knowing I was never warm Pre-Chorus I don’t soften, I don’t sway I decide who gets to stay Chorus I’m born of blood and roses War cries wrapped in silk I make heroes beg for mercy Then teach them how to kill If you love me, you’ll remember If you hate me, you’ll kneel I am passion forged in battle I am everything you feel Bridge (soft, dangerous) Love is a weapon if you aim it right War is a promise kept at night Say my name like it’s a prayer Say it knowing I won’t care Final Chorus I’m born of blood and roses Crowned in flame and gold I don’t age and I don’t weaken I don’t do what I’m told If I choose you, you’re immortal If I leave, you’re dust I am war that learned desire I am beauty you can’t trust Outro So light the fires Or offer your hand Either way— I rule the land.
