I Hide Behind A Mask

I hide behind a mask
It never reveals the true me
I want to share my life
But the mask doesn't allow it
I present myself as strong
Deep inside I'm weak
I've been through so much
Yet haven't shared it with anyone
I hide behind a mask
A mask which shows anger
But if you pull the mask off
All you'll find are tears
No one knows the real me
The heart, depth, sincerity I possess
I'm looked at as bland
But it's just a mask
I'm scared to take it off
Scared of what others will think
I'm afraid the mask has been on too long
That the real me will not be believed
Since I've acted this way all along
Really, I hide behind a mask
I want to take the mask off
I want to show what I really am
And open up to the world
Like I know I can...