Intro: Forced atop a pedestal Where you’re expected to be Everything to everyone While you drown in anxiety Verse 1: Behind a mask of your creation Lies a forced smile and personality How’s it working out for you? The crushing responsibility. Pre-Chorus: There are no cracks in my facade As nothing bothers me I’ll stand my ground and push them down Of all that troubles me. Chorus: I can take it Even if I must fake it Of all that troubles me Verse 2: Does the pressure make you squirm? Is it worse from in or out? That suit of armor you think protects you. Only suffocates you with self doubt. Pre-Chorus (Variation): Are you failing all expectations? A victim of your own accountability. Is it in their head, or in yours? This crushing inadequacy. Bridge: You strive to make everyone happy Ignoring what really hurts Being everything to everyone. But forgetting to start with yourself first Refrain: You gotta start with yourself first You gotta start with yourself first Outro: So I no longer trouble me
