It isn't funny to see people fall Where's the humour when they hit the wall Clowns get ready for their scars and bruises When they paint that smile on their face We never see the real, real pain It hides behind the masquerade For fear the crowd's applause dies out If they see a tear roll down ♪ Why do we hide ♪ Camouflage ♪ Why do we hide ♪ I wonder if I really am that brave To take the risks and wipe it all away Expose my heart in true and honest colours Reveal the darker side I've never shown We never see the real Real pain It hides behind the masquerade For fear the crowd's applause dies out If they see a tear roll down ♪ Why do we hide