Cathedral of Lost Love

(Verse 1) Cracked asphalt whispers where we used to walk Empty streetlight throws a haunting, lonely stalk On the house where laughter spilled out like summer rain Now a hollow echo, a symphony of pain (Chorus) We built a fire, a love so fierce and bright Burned so hot, consumed us through the night But embers die, and ashes fill the air Leaving a ghost, a love we couldn't bear (Verse 2) Your favorite sweater hangs, a specter in the room Your scent, a memory clinging to the gloom I trace your name on foggy bathroom glass A desperate plea, a love that couldn't last (Chorus) We built a fire, a love so fierce and bright Burned so hot, consumed us through the night But embers die, and ashes fill the air Leaving a ghost, a love we couldn't bear (Bridge) The world keeps spinning, a cruel and endless race But my heart is tethered to that empty space Where your smile used to be, a beacon in the storm Now just a wreckage, weathered and forlorn (Chorus) We built a fire, a love so fierce and bright Burned so hot, consumed us through the night But embers die, and ashes fill the air Leaving a ghost, a love we couldn't bear (Outro) Maybe someday the ashes turn to gold But for now, this love story, a tale left untold Aching symphony, a melody of tears Whispering your name through the passing years