[Verse 1]
When someone comes up to say hello,
I just nod and walk along my way.
If they try to sweet-talk or get too close,
I step back and keep my feelings at bay.
Even when a bold confession comes through,
I stay quiet and don’t let my heart show.
I wrap myself up so no one can reach me,
Making sure I’m never easy to hold.
[Chorus]
I stand alone in a quiet space,
No kind of touch will break my guard.
Every soft word meets my firm, closed place,
I keep my walls strong and standing hard.
I lock my dreams away out of sight,
I choose a life that feels safe and true.
I’m walking my road alone tonight,
Not letting go of what I must do.
[Verse 2]
When warm feelings try to make a start,
I brush them off, saying they’re not for me.
I hide my hopes deep down inside my heart,
Not letting even a glimpse set me free.
I wear a smile, but it’s just for show,
While I keep all my secrets safe and sound.
Even if the moment feels alive and real,
I never let my guard drop down.
[Chorus]
I stand alone in a quiet space,
No kind of touch will break my guard.
Every soft word meets my firm, closed place,
I keep my walls strong and standing hard.
I lock my dreams away out of sight,
I choose a life that feels safe and true.
I’m walking my road alone tonight,
Not letting go of what I must do.
[Instrumental]
[Bridge]
Sometimes in the night I wonder why
I keep my heart shut away so tight.
There’s a chance I might feel a little regret,
But I remind myself this is my life.
[Chorus]
I stand alone in a quiet space,
No kind of touch will break my guard.
Every soft word meets my firm, closed place,
I keep my walls strong and standing hard.
I lock my dreams away out of sight,
I choose a life that feels safe and true.
I’m walking my road alone tonight,
Not letting go of what I must do.
[Outro]
In every quiet moment that I face,
I find my strength behind these firm walls.
I'm trying to accept this life,
But if you call me, I'll probably hug you again.