I act so strong but
Inside I'm so weak
I fight the world away
But secretly long for it
I am independent but
Not without you near
I carry a strong sword
But to me it's so heavy
I shoulder my load but
I'm bending under the weight
I brave the darkest nights
But I shy away from shadows
I stare into your eyes but
Somehow I'm still sightless
I push you so far away
But I want you to hold me
I am ready for the battle but
My armor is full of holes
I pull back my bow of bitterness
But fall so short of the mark
I aim for your heart but
Instead I pass right by
I open my own doors
But they all close behind me
I act so strong but
Inside I'm weak and alone
I fight the world away
But secretly I long for you
I loved the warlike imagery, very heavy. It has an existential feel to it, where man's worst enemy is his himself, his own weakness. Good read! Keep it up!
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"I brave the darkest nights
But I shy away from shadows
I stare into your eyes but
Somehow I'm still sightless
I push you so far away
But I want you to hold me
I am ready for the battle but
My armor is full of holes"
-J.M.G.