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Behind the Smiles

Behind the lies and painted smiles

Lies wounds that cannot heal

The tormented ache of a forgotten world

And a heart that can no longer feel

 

The outward laugh, a forgotten touch

Defy the darkness inside

The horror of a mind debauched and lost

In a pool of tears, uncried 

 

A quick embrace and wanten love

Beleaguered by apathy and grime 

A soulless mess, a repul...

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