Veil of the Black Gate - Silent Trauma Lyrics

Tales of old where families were tight
Why can't that be us, why must we fight
Whispers of love that I'm craving to win
A ghost in this house, in my own skin
Before the chorus that you know, here's what I say
Can't you see me, hear me, I'm right here always
So close yet you're miles away
Called out but you just don't hear
I scream inside, a quiet fray
Longing for that love to appear
How do I prove I'm the one you're son
When your gaze passes by like I'm none
In this garden, my tears they have soaked in
But the flowers bloom strong, my roots overlook then
The sun shines warming, but my doors they stay closed
Wishing for a touch for the love I need more
How to heal, how to mend what's been torn
When your eyes look at me yet I'm worn
Here in the shadows, a silhouette fades
My heart's an anthem but the notes never played
Echoes of laughter that I yearn to share
Why can't you see me standing just right there
Reaching out but your world's apart
A ghostly dance, a silent art
I'm standing tall but inside I'm small
Begging for a glance, just a moment that's all
A battle within, trying to find my place
In this hollow heart, in my empty space
Can't shake the feeling, I'm invisible to you
Singing silent songs, wishing they'd break free
Here I am, your blood, your bone
Dreams of love in a house that's never home
Candles lit in a room that's still so dark
I'll forgive you with every broken part
Cause the love that I got, it's all for you
Even if your sights are set askew