Warrior

Another morning, put the armor on my soul, Tell 'em 'I got this,' playing the strong girl role Yeah, everything's perfect, everything's alright, Just another warrior fighting through the night They see the hustle, see the grind, see the power in my stride, Don't see the little girl who's screaming deep inside They see the smile I wear, think the world is fine, But underneath this porcelain, it's not a happy sign Wishin' for the movie scenes, a flower just because, Instead I'm fighting battles, hidden by applause I dream of simple things, a hand to hold in mine, A 'how you really doing?' that's not just a passing line A silly little gesture, a note left on the door, A hint that I am cherished, that I am something more Than just the rock, the anchor, the one who's always there, Sometimes I wanna crumble, and know that someone's there to care They see the smile I wear, think the world is fine, But underneath this porcelain, it's not a happy sign Wishin' for the movie scenes, a flower just because, Instead I'm fighting battles, hidden by applause So I'll keep on smiling, a little crack may show, Wipin' tears away before they even start to flow 'It's fine, I'm good, don't worry,' the words I know by heart, Playing my position, tearing myself apart But maybe someday someone will look me in the eyes, And see behind the fortress, and hear my silent cries