No one seems to understand
the lure of the shadows
that waltz on my walls
the mesmerizing smiles of the sun
blinding my eyes
showing me white
can't you see
how far they lead me?
what they can offer me?
wow, what a beautiful Sky.
The shadows ride on my back
hide in my purse
follow me to school
to work
to the coffee shop downtown.
They whisper thoughts in my ears
of what awaits
the sun joins in pursuit of my soul.
wow, what a beautiful Sky.
How compelling their words
Tell me to lie on the road
waiting for cars to skid
panicking
they won't stop in time
oh, how the blood will mix with
the muddy puddles
the shadows will bathe at last.
wow, what a beautiful Sky.
I can see their wispy hands
clawing at pills
begging to pour them
into my open mouth
I'll see my mama's eyes
misunderstood
don't worry, the shadows will care for me
purple lights
and stars
will be my last sights
wow, what a beautiful Sky.
The ultimate exit
shadows seem to feast on drama
they play in the pool water
beckoning
look how much fun we're having
it's so easy
it's so humid
it would feel so perfect
slipping away.
The chief of the shadows offers his ropes and binds
my hands and feet.
I jump.
The shadows scream
rejoicing
the sun beams
what joy there is
for me to join their kind.
Never mind the pale white skin
you will find
wrinkled and lifeless
open glazed eyes
staring up at the sun
wow, what a beautiful Sky.