The One

The One

I am the one who keeps your secrets
the one who makes you laugh
the one who you confide in
who understands

I’m the one you tell stories about
the one who adds color to your life
the one who tells you it’s going to be ok
who gives you strength

I’m the one who will take your punch
the one who will finish your fight
the one who will give you the girl
who gives you peace

I’m the one who understands
the one who helps you rebuild
the one who talks you up
who is being used

I’m the one who you will never find again
the one who you will never forget
the one in your photo album
who is dying

I’m the one crying
the one hurting
the one who can’t ask for help
whose soul aches

I’m the one who hates himself
the one in pain
the one without hope
who prays for death

I’m the one at the end of my rope
the one who silently screams
the one withering
who needs you

Where are you?