Eyes for me

I am bound,                                                                

By the chains of her non-existence.                           

The inevitability of this chaotic                                 

situation is ruining my reputation.                 

I am wearing, I am tearing,                                        

Down this burden I am bearing.                                

But your eyes they can set me free,                           

Those eyes, they have a way with me.                       

I am imprisoned,

Behind her closeted exterior.

The isolation in her voice,

She needs to make a choice.

I am tired, I am wired,

I feel anything but inspired.

But your eyes they can set me free,

Those eyes, they have a way with me.

I am vulnerable to those who stare

With ignorance they speak my name 

The skin I hide engraved in shame.

I am broken, I am battered,   

My spirit has been shattered.

But I’m hoping your eyes will set me free,

Because those eyes, I want them to long for me.