Pretending
Emotional Disguises: Navigating Life's Pretenses
Lyrics
Let's say that was then here we go again
Reflecting on the past, acknowledging a recurring situation
All our friends are filling the room, it's like a play
Surrounded by friends, resembling a theatrical performance
And the words that I'll say are not for you
The words spoken are not directed at the listener
They're for that costume, giving you hope
Addressing a facade or disguise, providing false hope
That when they pull the rope
Hope for a positive outcome when the situation is dire
It's on a happy ending but baby, I'm pretending
Despite outward optimism, the speaker is pretending
Isn't it hard? The windows are barred
Highlighting the difficulty of the situation
But you can't let go and can't hold onto
A struggle between holding on and letting go
Anything sure that's attached and secure
The challenge of finding certainty in attachment
Looking for a lifeline online something to show
Searching for reassurance online, possibly seeking support
That I really do know
Claiming knowledge to prove credibility
So that file I'm sending but baby, I'm pretending
Sharing a message, while acknowledging pretense
Baby, I'm pretending even though I know better
Despite awareness, the speaker continues to pretend
But I can't refuse 'cause, although on a ruse
Unable to resist, acknowledging dependency despite deception
You've come to me depending, baby, I'm pretending
Admitting to pretending while being relied upon
Baby, I'm pretending, baby, I'm pretending
Repeating the acknowledgment of pretending
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