It took so long to bring this to the surface I can't pretend to feel at peace anymore Removal from everything This crusade of doubt I've waged Will never replace the mistakes I've made So every time you look my way, a forced smile is all you see I'll avoid conversation Every time you ask me how I've been, I'll say what you want to hear Half-heartedly concerned and insincere No longer plagued with the fear of dying young A culture bred to turn away, I know I'm not the only one Over and over I pray for release From disbelief and the urge to hide away If this is all I can be, the wind between Your trees Then carry me away The new low's in love with me So every time you look my way, a forced smile is all you see I'll avoid conversation Every time you ask me how I've been, I'll say what you want to hear Half-heartedly concerned and insincere