Behind The Happy Faces

You never really know… behind the glow.

I wake up, paint it on again,

A smile that says, "I'm doing great, my friend."

Coffee sips and "how you been?"

But no one hears what's deep within.

Scroll through feeds, everyone shines,

But pain hides well in clever lines.

Can't cry at work, can't break at school,

The pressure's thick, we play the fool.

Don't wanna burden, don't wanna break,

But silence is the biggest fake.

So I hum my truth in melodies,

Maybe someone's humming back at me.

Who do you cry to when the world's asleep?

Behind the happy faces, we bury what cuts deep.

Who do you run to when you're on your knees?

We're all just broken mirrors, trying to find peace.

You don't have to fake it.

You don't have to fake it.

No more.

She laughs the loudest, heart on lock,

Hiding bruises in her TikTok talk.

He jokes too quick, deflects too fast,

Terrified the mask won't last.

We keep it cute, we keep it bright,

Until the quiet hits at night.

But if I spoke, would you believe

That strength is found in how we grieve?

Tears don't make you weak…

They mean you've carried too much, too deep.

If you see a smile that feels too tight,

Maybe ask if they're alright.

Take off your armor, it's okay

We're all just stars that lost their way.

Speak your truth, scream if you need

You're not alone, we all still bleed.

Who do you cry to when it's too much to bear?

Behind the happy faces, we all need care.

Who do you run to when your soul's on fire?

Seeking help ain't weak it's how we rise higher.

You don't have to move.

You don't have to fake it.

You don't…