You Don’t See Me (Original Song by ILIYANA)

Original Song Original Lyrics You Don’t See Me (Verse 1) I learned to smile when I wanted to cry, To say I’m fine and leave the truth behind. I laugh along so no one has to know How much it hurts when I’m alone. I give the world the best of me And hide the parts I’m scared to let them see. But when the lights go out and silence speaks, There’s a sadness buried deep. (Pre-Chorus) I wish someone could see my tears And hold me through my silent fears. Look in my eyes and see the pain I hide behind my smile each day. (Chorus) You see my smile, but not the pain inside. You hear my words, but never hear my silent cries. If I broke down right before your eyes, Would you see the tears I’ve held inside? Would you reach for me and not let go? And hold me close when I lose my way? I don’t need you to take my pain away, Just see the part of me I hide every day. Why can’t you see me? Why can’t you see me? (Verse 2) I’ve been the shoulders others lean on, The one who stays when everyone is gone. I find the words to make their hurting fade, But who sees me when I’m afraid? Sometimes I wanna run away, Run away, From all the words I never say, Never say. Find somewhere no one, no one knows my name, Where I don’t have to hide my pain. (Pre-Chorus) I wish someone could see my tears And hold me through my silent fears. Look in my eyes and see the pain I hide behind my smile each day. (Chorus) You see my smile, but not the pain inside. You hear my words, but never hear my silent cries. If I broke down right before your eyes, Would you see the tears I’ve held inside? Would you reach for me and not let go? Would you love the parts I never show? I don’t need you to take my pain away, Just see the part of me I hide every day. Why can’t you see me? Why can’t you see me? (Bridge) What if I showed you all my pain? What if I couldn’t smile again? Would you still be standing next to me If you saw everything I never let you see? I’m tired of being strong When I’ve been breaking all along. I don’t need perfect words or promises; I just need someone who truly sees. (Final Chorus) You see my smile, but never the tears. You never hear the words I fear. If I let the walls come crashing down, Would you still be here when I break down? Would you reach for me and not let go? Would you love the parts I never show? I’ve spent so long hiding the real side of me, Just wishing someone would really see me… See the tears I’ve held inside, See the hurt I’ve tried to hide. Look beyond the smile I wear And love the heart that’s breaking there. (Outro) I’m right here… I’ve always been here… Why can’t you see me?