I'm Just a Man

You slammed the door, I let it close
Sat on the floor, still wearing my coat
The echo still clings to the walls
Of all the ways I let us fall
I said the words that twist like wire
Lit a match, then watched the fire

Now I'm left with what I made
And all the things I didn't say

I'm just a man, I get it wrong
I build the walls, then wonder why you're gone
I speak too sharp, I love too late
I push away, then beg you to stay
No big excuse, no hidden plan
Just broken truth, I'm just a man

You needed grace, I offered pride
You reached for warmth, I stayed outside
I always think I've got the time
Until you're standing near the line
I hurt you trying to be tough
When all you ever asked was love

And if you're tired, I understand
I only hope you'll see I can

I'm just a man who's learning slow
How to hold on without letting go
I bruise with silence, fight with fear
And only miss you when you're near
I never meant to break what stands
But I still did, I'm just a man

No promise here, just what is true
If you'd come back, I'd meet you new
Not perfect, not some grand design
Just asking for another try

I'm just a man, not made for games
I'll wear the weight, I'll take the blame
I'll clean the mess, I'll lose the fight
If it means we'll be alright
If you walk out, I'll understand
But if you stay...
I'll be more than just a man