Never look behind

 Ever since I learned the truth
From a very young age
This world is dangerous, cruel
I've been afraid
A loner in his shell
Hiding away
Shying from the darkness surrounding
Wearing his masks, numbing his pain
I found myself on a journey
Found myself healing the wounds
Fixing up the scars of others
Nevermind what I've been through
Just show me that burn mark
That was left on your arm
From all the hatred and abuse
Show me where it hurts
And I will do my best
To medicate you
Terrified I am
Of walking the wrong steps
Reaching a destination
That I didn't plan for in the end
Set me free of my worries
Oh please, come and let me help
Let me bask in all the glory
That's found in being there for a friend
Let me fly you to safety
And let you walk back on your feet
I am a walking contradiction
A saint who's full of flaws
I am full of conviction
That we can patch up the holes
All the trauma and abuse
All the things you've been through
It's safe to talk about it
It's safe to open up
And I will not assume
I will not judge
Be there for you, no strings attached
Not waiting on a gift
Not waiting on a thanks
I love you with all my heart
Love you as much as I hate humanity whole
You're nothing but a wounded pup
That landed on my door
You can stay and grow old if you'd like
Or become something more
But you can always leave when you wish
I've always had an open door
My heart's an open hotel
Where you need not pay
The only rent I need is yourself
To become better, and grow great
I try my best to make you better
I try my best to bring you back to you
And despite being bitter
I wish you'd return as good as new
Despite my sadness and depression
I'll smile withy you and for you, genuinely
Now go ahead and spread your wings, please
And don't you ever worry about me
Like a boat in the open sea
Like a beacon of light in the dark
I'll guide you and take you in
And never leave you torn apart
And if your heart stops beating, here
You can have mine
Don't worry, don't ask questions
Just brighten up, and shine
Be what you were always meant to be
And make my sacrifice worth it
Recover and return to full speed
Please, go ahead. You deserve it
Breathe in the new refreshing air
And cast your worries behind
Forget about me, please
Let me wither like a memory
Leave me back in time
And never look behind