Verse 1 I catch myself in moments, lost in thought Wondering why I feel so caught In a web of walls I built so high Each time I try to reach, I shy I see the smiles, I hear the words But they’re like songs I’ve never heard A part of me pulls back, retreats Afraid to face what my heart beats Chorus Why does it feel so wrong to let you in? Why does my skin crawl at the thought of a friend? I’m surprised at how I recoil and hide From the simple act of standing by someone’s side It’s not that I don’t want to care But the thought of connection leaves me bare So here I am, confused and alone Wondering why this fear has grown Verse 2 I’ve seen the world through distant eyes Watched as others build their ties But when it’s my turn, I freeze in place Uncomfortable in this crowded space I thought I’d want what they all do But now I see, it’s far from true I’d rather stay in my own shell Than face the fears that I can’t quell Chorus Why does it feel so wrong to let you in? Why does my skin crawl at the thought of a friend? I’m surprised at how I recoil and hide From the simple act of standing by someone’s side It’s not that I don’t want to care But the thought of connection leaves me bare So here I am, confused and alone Wondering why this fear has grown Bridge I’ve tried to open up, let someone near But each time I do, I’m filled with fear It’s like a door that slams shut in my mind A reflex I can’t seem to leave behind Outro So I keep my distance, stay apart Guard the fortress that is my heart I’m surprised at how opposed I’ve become To the simple notion of being someone Why does it feel so wrong to let you in? Why does my skin crawl at the thought of a friend? I’m trapped in a loop, a circle of doubt Uncomfortable with the thought of ever reaching out Here I am, still confused and alone Facing the fear that I’ve somehow grown Maybe one day I’ll find a way through But until then, it’s just me without you
