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I was a child stripped of my innocence
living in a world of cruel intentions

begging for the day I'd no longer cry
I blame myself not knowing why

I hold back my emotions, I hold back every tear
for exposing you to my sadness is what I fear

for you to know and your smile to fade away
would completely destroy me and lead me astray

so this smile I wear is to keep you safe
from the pain hidden behind my face