Mental acrobats
Twisting, distorting my way in and out of pain
Feelings are a tricky thing
Sometimes the horse pummels you
How long did it take to find someone right?
How short did it take to doubt you could be liked?
I punched wooden doors and concrete walls
I just can’t seem to fight them off
In an emotional free for all
Swinging till my knuckles are raw
Presenting like a lake
It won’t take long to see
past a crystal, smooth surface
to the scum and trash underneath
How long did it take to find someone right?
How short did it take to doubt you could be liked?
I punched wooden doors and concrete walls
I just can’t seem to fight them off
In an emotional free for all
Swinging till my knuckles are raw
My affect is bright
Though I walk through darkness
I’ll use these liquored smiles, to hide for a while
What kind of shield leaves you withered after a late night battle?
Still I go back
I punched wooden doors and concrete walls
I just can’t seem to fight them off
In an emotional free for all
Swinging till my knuckles are raw
credits
from Palette,
released October 15, 2019
Written by Nick Utter and Michelle Lewis
Produced by Michelle Lewis
Lyrics: Nick Utter
Guitar: Michelle Lewis
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