Quiet Joy (Time to Laugh)

I don't want this to be, but I can't let you see
How much this tears me up inside.
For the sake of just me, me and my dignity,
Please just let this go, cause I don't wanna hide.

I'm so tired of hiding away, hoping someone cares enough to stay.
If I don't tell someone soon, think I might break down, cause hey,
If I keep this secret too long locked away,
At least my heart will be safe; it's the only way.

It's the only way, don't you see?
If I don't hurt you, I hurt me.
Always someone's debt to be paid;
in the end, it's an unfair trade.

If you love me, then you'll leave me;
Lock your heart away from me!
I don't want to hurt you,
So don't give me the key!

If you choose to hide your feelings,

Then you keep them safe for sure.
Is the only way to true love
To know that you are pure?