Fighting Shadows

Woke up with the weight again Grinning mask and ink-stained pen Told the world I’m doing fine But the cracks are showing in every line Stage lights can’t erase the dark Smiles fade but leave a mark I’m screaming loud in silent rooms No one hears—but I assume [Chorus] I’ve been fighting shadows in my mind Hiding scars they’ll never find They want a show, I give ‘em art But they don’t know what’s in my heart This ain’t just sound, it’s a war cry For the ones who didn’t say goodbye I light the fuse and burn the night For all the ones still holding tight [Verse – Chester Bennington Tribute] Chester’s voice cracked open my cage Taught me strength in every stage Every scream felt like a prayer Still hear him when I’m almost there [Verse – Jason David Frank Tribute] Jason fought in green and white But real war came late at night He gave us courage, gave us might Still can’t believe he lost that fight [Verse – Robin Williams Tribute] Robin wore the brightest grin But sadness lived beneath his skin He made us laugh through all the pain Now we cry to feel him again [Chorus] I’ve been fighting shadows in my mind Hiding scars they’ll never find They want a show, I give ‘em art But they don’t know what’s in my heart This ain’t just sound, it’s a war cry For the ones who didn’t say goodbye I light the fuse and burn the night For all the ones still holding tight [Bridge] This song’s a flare for those unseen The quiet hearts, the in-between If you’re still here, just hold on tight There’s still hope left in this fight [Final Chorus – soft then rise] We’re still fighting shadows in our mind Some get lost, but some still climb So let this chorus be your spark You’re not alone inside the dark It ain’t too late, you’re not erased You’ve got your soul, don’t let it waste We carry them in every note In every scream, in every quote [Outro – Spoken or softly sung] This one’s for Chester. This one’s for Jason. This one’s for Robin. And for anyone still here— Keep fighting.