I try to take a look inside myself

All I see is fear and nothing else

My mind is filled with thoughts and memories

Of people known and dear to me

I used to think love was the greatest thing

Now I know the truth, and it bothers me

But I've been hurt so many times before

That I won't let my guard down anymore

I was wrong, and I'll admit it

I'll make a hole and crawl right in it

I won't get out until I'm ready

Then my thoughts will seem so petty

My happy memories start to fade away

I'm reminded of a darker day

When I fell in love, it felt so great

But it all collapsed under my own weight

An old acquaintance called me on the phone

I tried my best to be left alone

It didn't matter, she was on her way

She can talk all night, but she cannot stay

I was wrong, and I'll admit it

I'll make a hole and crawl right in it

I won't get out until I'm ready

Then my thoughts will seem so petty

I try to take a look inside myself

All I see is fear and nothing else

My mind is filled with thoughts and memories

Of people known and dear to me

I used to think love was the greatest thing

Now I know the truth, and it bothers me

But I've been hurt so many times before

That I won't let my guard down anymore