[Verse 1] I am a mother, daughter, wife I wear it all day long I try to be strong for my family Even when I’m barely holding on I try to do everything They need me to do I love them so much And they love me too [Pre-Chorus] They always ask me If I need help I smile and say, “I’m fine” I keep it to myself But I get so overwhelmed My chest feels full of glass I’m carrying the whole house And I’m moving way too fast I had dreams a long time ago I sang and danced and played I cant remember those dreams Now I only dream of my family [Chorus] Can I ask for help Can I get some help I’m not weak, I’m worn out If only I could let myself ask for help Can I ask for help Can I get some help I want to stay strong But I need some help If only I could let myself ask… [Verse 2] They don’t understand What sits behind my eyes That every little need Feels like ten more rides Cause I can’t let myself ask Then I’m not strong enough To take care of all their needs That fear is heavy stuff I keep my hands busy So nobody sees How deep I’m sinking How little I believe They deserve someone strong And I fear that may not be me [Pre-Chorus] They always ask me If I need help I hear the love in it I still say it to myself But I get so overwhelmed My heart won’t slow down I’m trying to hold everyone And I’m losing ground [Chorus] Can I ask for help Can I get some help I’m not weak, I’m worn out If only I could ask for help Can I ask for help Can I ask for help I want to stay strong But I need some help [Bridge] What if needing you Doesn’t make me less? What if love can live Inside the asking step? If I open up Will I still be me? Or can the strongest hands Still learn to receive? [Final Chorus] Can I ask for help Can I get some help I’m not weak, I’m worn out If only I could ask for help Can I ask for help Can I ask for help I’m still strong enough To ask for help Spouse and children, parents and friends, I want to ask for help So they can hear me sing again
