Pretend

(Verse 1) I'm a creature of the calm, yeah, that's what they see, But there's a fire burning deep inside of me. They think I’m just another, chill and laid-back, But behind this smile, I’m under attack. (Pre-Chorus) I’m the queen of pretense, but I’m losing my mind, Playing along, but I’m falling behind. They can’t see the cracks, they can’t feel the strain, In this masquerade, I’m hiding my pain. (Chorus) I’m the capybara, wearing a mask so tight, Pretending I’m alright, when I’m ready to fight. In this kingdom of fake, I’m screaming inside, But I keep it all locked, nowhere to hide. (Verse 2) They think I’m just floating, easy and free, But there’s a war raging on inside of me. I walk in their footsteps, but it’s wearing me thin, In this parade of peace, I’m caving in. (Pre-Chorus) I’m the queen of pretense, but I’m losing my mind, Playing along, but I’m falling behind. They can’t see the cracks, they can’t feel the strain, In this masquerade, I’m hiding my pain. (Chorus) I’m the capybara, wearing a mask so tight, Pretending I’m alright, when I’m ready to fight. In this kingdom of fake, I’m screaming inside, But I keep it all locked, nowhere to hide. (Bridge) I’m done with the act, I’m breaking free, No more pretending, this isn’t me. I’ll tear down the walls, let the truth ignite, In this battlefield, I’m ready to fight! (Final Chorus) I’m the capybara, shedding the mask tonight, No more faking, I’m stepping into the light. In a world full of lies, I’m taking my stand, No more pretending, I’m reclaiming my land. (Outro) No more pretending, no more disguise, I’ll be who I am, no compromise. In the ashes of lies, I’m finding my way, A capybara reborn, no longer a slave. [end]