[Verse] They say I’m the star The puppet who shines But the strings on my back They’re yours not mine Painted my face Gave me this stage But I’m trapped in the spotlight Trapped in your cage [Prechorus] You pulled me high I won’t forget I owe you all But not my breath [Chorus] Puppet strings They tie me tight Dance for the crowd Smile all night You made me But I’m not free Do I owe you Or do you owe me [Verse 2] Your voice in my ear It echoes so loud "Without me you'd be nothing No fans no crowd" But the laughter feels hollow The applause so thin When I’m just a doll with a painted grin [Bridge] Every step Every move It’s not my own You built this throne But I feel alone I sing your tune I play your game But every note whispers your name [Chorus] Puppet strings They tie me tight Dance for the crowd Smile all night You made me But I’m not free Do I owe you Or do you owe me
