A soul like mine

I’ve been hiding in plain sight 
Invisible to the naked eye
Always within reach, ready to fly
Pretend to laugh, resist to cry

I long to speak in tender words
But I'm afraid I will get hurt
How much you think I'm worth
With my heart covered in dirt

To embrace a soul like mine
Please be gentle, please be kind
Don’t take shortcuts and you'll be fine
Leave the cracks, they're part of me
The fainted colors, let them be
They will heal when you're with me

Like water flowing beneath the ice
To have control while throwing dice
merci, without a sacrifice
I'm an angel in disguise

A frightening thought to let you see
My failures weaknesses in me
Can you be my guide at sea
Can I trust you with the key