Clown

(Verse 1)
In the center of the ring, I wear a painted smile,
Underneath the big top, I make 'em laugh awhile.
Red nose gleaming, in the spotlight's glow,
Hiding all my sorrows where the crowd won't know.

(Chorus)
I'm just a clown, dancing in the lights,
Laughing on the outside, hiding all my fights.
With every joke I tell, my tears fall like rain,
Behind the mask of joy, there's an ocean of pain.

(Verse 2)
Children's laughter echoes, a melody so sweet,
But when the curtains close, I'm alone in my defeat.
Juggling my heartache, balancing my fears,
The face paint hides the struggles of my silent tears.

(Chorus)
I'm just a clown, dancing in the lights,
Laughing on the outside, hiding all my fights.
With every joke I tell, my tears fall like rain,
Behind the mask of joy, there's an ocean of pain.

(Bridge)
In a world of colors bright, I wear the hues of grey,
A tragic comedy, my role I have to play.
The world may see a fool, a jester in disguise,
But deep within my soul, a dreamer never dies.

(Chorus)
I'm just a clown, dancing in the lights,
Laughing on the outside, hiding all my fights.
With every joke I tell, my tears fall like rain,
Behind the mask of joy, there's an ocean of pain