[Arrangement: Keep Minimal Changes] [tape saturation, subtle analog warmth] [v3.0.2026.0227R] [Verse 1] I left the light on in the corner, but it doesn’t touch the walls anymore. You asked me what I’m holding onto— it’s just a handful of nothing, but it burns all the same. [Chorus] I’m close to collapsing; it’s starting to show. Close to collapsing; I can’t let you know. Every breath is trembling, but I won’t let it go. [Verse 2] There’s an outline where you used to stand, etched into the air like a scar. I try to speak, but it strains, it falters— your name doesn’t fit in my throat anymore. [Chorus] I’m close to collapsing; it’s starting to show. Close to collapsing; I can’t let you know. Every breath is trembling, but I won’t let it go. [Bridge] I haven’t left this room in three days, but the window locks don’t turn from inside. [Final Chorus] I’m close to collapsing; it’s starting to show. Close to collapsing; I can’t let you know. Every breath is trembling, but I won’t let it go. Close to collapsing; it’s all that I know.
