Under The Surface

In the rush of city lights at night
I scramble through the crowded sight
Inside I feel a tremor rise
But I wear my calm disguise

I got this chaos in my mind
Like a storm I can't unwind
Every step feels like a race
But I maintain a steady pace

Under the surface I'm shaking
Heart's pounding I'm faking
Smiling through the fear inside
Running away but nowhere to hide

Phone's ringing I can't seem to cope
Every buzz dismantles my hope
Pressure mounts like tidal waves
But I stand strong and brave

Caffeine's my only friend tonight
Keeping eyes wide in the fight
But I know this can't last long
This battle's gotta make me strong

Under the surface I'm shaking
Heart's pounding I'm faking
Smiling through the fear inside
Running away but nowhere to hide