Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Why do I wear this mask so well?
Hiding the truth, like no one can tell
I’m always there when others fall,
But when it’s me, I build up the walls
[Verse 2]
Why’s it so hard to say I'm not fine?
I’d listen to you, but I can’t cross that line
I keep it inside, play the role of the strong
But deep down, I know something’s wrong
[Pre-Chorus]
If I were my best friend, I’d say it’s okay,
But I can’t find the words to ease my own way
[Chorus]
Why can’t I be the friend to me
That I am to everyone I see?
I’d offer a shoulder, lend an ear,
But when it’s me, I disappear
I’d tell you it’s fine to lean on me,
But when I’m down, I just can’t see
Why can’t I treat myself as kind,
As I would a friend in troubled times?
[Hook]
Why’s it so hard to speak my mind?
[Verse 3]
I’ve given advice that I never take,
I’ll tell you to heal, but my own heart breaks
I want to be strong, want to be tough,
But why do I feel like that’s not enough?
[Verse 4]
It’s easy to say when it’s not your pain,
But when it’s mine, I just can’t explain
I’d never judge you for feeling weak,
But for myself, I just can’t speak
[Pre-Chorus]
If I were my best friend, I’d say it’s alright,
But the words get lost when it’s my own fight
[Chorus]
Why can’t I be the friend to me
That I am to everyone I see?
I’d offer a shoulder, lend an ear,
But when it’s me, I disappear
I’d tell you it’s fine to lean on me,
But when I’m down, I just can’t see
Why can’t I treat myself as kind,
As I would a friend in troubled times?
[Hook]
Why’s it so hard to speak my mind?
[Bridge]
Maybe it’s fear that keeps me silent,
Or the worry of seeming too reliant
But if I were my own friend today,
I’d find the courage to say
[Refrain]
Why can’t I be the friend to me
That I am to everyone I see?
I’d offer a shoulder, lend an ear,
But when it’s me, I disappear
I’d tell you it’s fine to lean on me,
But when I’m down, I just can’t see
Why can’t I treat myself as kind,
As I would a friend in troubled times?
[Outro]
Why can’t I be the friend to me?
Why can’t I just set myself free?
