Captive

As I release my anger, I picture them.
All those who have ever betrayed me.
All those who have ever used me.
All those who have ever pretended to care.

As I release my anger, I picture her.
The thought of our friendship enrages me.
Based upon lies and secrets, deceit.
The insults still echo in my ear.

Taking my fury out on the punching bag,
I release what I've kept inside for so long.
I finally remove my mask, in order
To let the emotions free; captive for so long.

When the anger slowly fades, I replace
The face that fools the world.
I replace the shield that blocks me
From the nasty world outside my window, numb.

Walking in the streets, my screams silenced.
No one could imagine the pain
The girl, walking with her head held high,
Feels when the curtains close behind her.
Captive within her soul.