Getting Through

I was just wondering how my art would get me through this life
And if people like me
Were ever meant to be understood
I thought of your tune to my voice
And it made me feel lucky
Then when you tell me your stumble will cost
That we’re taking a step backwards
I’m not mad or afraid
I just think of what I can do for you
I tell you that through all the disappointments
I will always be by your side
And as I start to wonder why
You break my train of thought
You’re leaving
Goodnight
My thinking has taken to darker tones
My thoughts are inconvenient
Not worth hearing right now
Don’t let my support drain the light from your smile
Because it’s not easy
It has to be silent
Should I silently wait in my confusion
To be the back that breaks your fall
Silently give you my all
All of my love
I realize that that is the only reason
That I’ll be here no matter what
I’m hesitant to call it unconditional
But I haven’t found a condition to weaken it
It overwhelms me
I’m yours for the taking
And my joyous smiles I give to you
But they come with a side of pain
This creature that I am
Doesn’t quite know bliss without the subsequent despair
But I want to be the structure that helps keep you standing
I don’t want to be the thorn in your side
Somewhere deep down
It seems I’ve been preparing
For the day you realize you don’t need me anymore
And you’ll be better off on your own
For the day you thank me for my heart and hand it back
I’ll let you go
And I’ll watch you grow
Into a beautiful healthy human being
And never take back
All the pieces of me
I’ve invested in you
Because that’s what unconditional love can do
My brightest smile is made of you
Still I wonder where my art will be
Without your melody
And if people like me
Are really ever meant to be
Understood
For more than a song