[Verse 1] I keep the kettle just below its boil And fold the list beside the sink Your names are written in the margin Every promise, every thing I answer before the question lands Say “sure” before I check my hands Then watch the little hours disappear While I’m still trying to be here [Pre-Chorus] If I pause, will the whole room lean? If I say I’m tired, what will that mean? I’ve been carrying the quiet weight Of being someone you can count on [Chorus] I’m worn out from holding every thread Trying not to let you down again I give what’s left, then call it enough Though my own cup’s been empty for months If I can’t be everything you need Will you still make a place for me? I’m doing my best, I’m doing my best I’m just so tired of being everyone’s yes [Verse 2] The coat you left is on the chair The note I meant to write is there I know the dates, I know the names I keep the wheels from leaving lanes But when you ask me how I am I give the answer that I can A practiced smile, a steady tone Then take the long way home alone [Pre-Chorus] If I pause, will the whole room lean? If I say I’m tired, what will that mean? I’ve been carrying the quiet weight Of being someone you can count on [Chorus] I’m worn out from holding every thread Trying not to let you down again I give what’s left, then call it enough Though my own cup’s been empty for months If I can’t be everything you need Will you still make a place for me? I’m doing my best, I’m doing my best I’m just so tired of being everyone’s yes [Bridge] Let one thing wait Let one call ring Let me be human Before I fix everything I don’t need saving I need a little room To set this weight down And come back soon [Final Chorus] I’m worn out from holding every thread Trying not to let you down again I give what’s left, but I’m learning enough Can mean I stop when the day gets rough If I can’t be everything you need I hope you’ll still make a place for me I’m doing my best, I’m doing my best And maybe my best can include some rest [Outro] The kettle cools The list can wait I’m still here I can take a breath
