My Smile

My smile, it shows,
When you're around.
So you don't worry,
So no one knows.
But watch me,
When I'm alone.
The tears show,
From behind the veil.

I want to be happy,
It's what others see.
But the feelings I show,
Aren't my own.
If only you could know.

My smile, it shows,
To hide my frown.
I pretend to laugh,
And roll on the ground.
But watch me at home,
behind closed doors.
The tears they fall,
Seeping through the wall.

I want to be happy,
It's what others see.
But the feelings I show,
Aren't my own.
I can't let them show.

Around my heart,
There are these walls.
I hide behind them,
So I don't fall.
Not even for you,
I can't do it again.
My heart too broken,
There's nothing to mend.

I want to be happy,
It's what others see.
But the feelings I show,
Aren't my own.
I just feel so alone.

The smile it shows,
Now there is no pain.
This smile is true,
And it's just for you.
You mended my heart,
From beyond recognition.
Now I am whole,
And I see this vision.

Now I am happy,
Can't you see?
You and me are old,
I'm not alone.
You're always there,
And you always care.