[Verse 1] I walked the aisles like we were fine, like you’d be waiting at the car. I picked the thing you’d love the most, then stared too long at who we are. The cashier smiled and wished me well, I couldn’t even fake it. [Chorus] I bought you a gift anyway, even though you’re not mine to save. I wrapped it up in shiny paper like heartbreak looks okay. I bought you a gift anyway— maybe I’m just built this way. Loving you is my bad habit, and I can’t throw it away. [Verse 2] Your friends all say you’ve moved on fast, like love is something you can switch. I tried to hate you, tried to laugh, but I still flinch at every “wish.” There’s snow in the parking lot, and none of it feels magic. [Chorus] I bought you a gift anyway, even though you’re not mine to save. I wrapped it up in shiny paper like heartbreak looks okay. I bought you a gift anyway— maybe I’m just built this way. Loving you is my bad habit, and I can’t throw it away. [Bridge] If you ever open it, I hope it doesn’t make you sad. I hope it feels like sunlight on a day you needed that. [Final Chorus] I bought you a gift anyway… and kept the receipt for my heart.
