Lie to Me

Please play the song at the bottom while reading.

I hold out a candle, shivering
And wonder whether to burn myself
To remember the pain way past
And remember the shame I caused
Remember how I set off destruction
And led to my own sick demise
I let out a hushed cry, trembling
And choose whether to withdraw
Dive into an empty cavern
So that I may lay peacefully at last
Please don't pity me, those good in the world
Don't waste your precious breath
Save it for those who truly deserve life
Save it for those who deserve holiness
I need someone to close off the world
And whisper to me that my work is done
Assure me that I have made a difference
Sing a lullaby of such lies in the dark
Maybe I could convince myself those true
And die with a painted smile on my lips
So that I feel my time here has had purpose
Instead of wasted breath for those who are worthy
Lie to me, my angel of this earth
Lie to me, please, sing to me in my solitude
And lay me on a bed of roses with thorns intact
So that I may fall asleep forever
Away from where I cause pain and trouble
While you sing the sweet melody of lies
Lie to me, please.

Author's Note

Reviews

[Alexis]

I actually almost started crying while reading this. I'm not quite sure that I got the same thing out of it that everyone else did, but what I did get really made me feel sorrowful. It was indeed a dark poem. I really enjoyed reading it. It was nicely worded and I loved it. The music you added to it made it even better. You always write such good poems. All of your writing is fantastic. This is no exception. I love you, Cloud!

[Keevan]

This has left me speechless. The music went along perfectly. Even though I don't review, I love your poems. Don't doubt yourself.

[Helpless]

i'm adding this to my favs- best poem i've read all day and the pic is epic as well

[Naomi Roseღ]

The music went along great with this poem. I loved this. I could relate to it a lot. 100/100

[WordNerd]

This is AWESOME! The music goes well with the poem! Also great use of imagery. You are extremely talented. Excellent work!

[Amanda]

That's a beautiful piece of writing. The music totally adds emotion while reading this. SO amazing... you deserve lots of credit for this!! I'm speechless.

[LetMeLaughLetMeSing]

Wow... beautiful job. The music choice was perfect and makes the words even more heart-wrenching.

[I'llPlayTheJuliet]

Great write the music in the background just enhances the emotion brought fourth in this piece. nice work.

[Matthew Kult]

Very distraught and discouraging. Very strong emotions. You write so beautifully. Awesome write.

Matthew