I'd like to you know

I'd like you to know

that I don't heal on cue

and all the words you are saying

will not make me forget about me and you

or keep me from praying

for another chance to make it through

 

And I'd like you to know

that bandaids don't do s**t

for broken hearts or shattered trust

 

I'd like you to know

that love does not just fade away

in the blink of an eye

in only a day

with one simple goodbye

I am not okay

 

I'd like you to know

that I still feel you next to me

and I still hear your voice

your face still haunts my mind, can't you see?

believe me, it's not my choice

I wish I were free

 

And I'd like you to know

that bandaids don't do s**t

for broken hearts or shattered trust

 

And, mostly, I'd just like you to know

despite my better knowing

i'll still be here waiting

my flame for you continues glowing

and i will sit here anticipating

while I keep my broken heart from showing