I loved you, from my deep heart's core,
Unexpected, profound, a love to adore.
But I know I'll never tread that path anew,
For you're too good, too pure, and true.

I am dark, sinister, a shadow's cast,
I don't deserve you, this truth steadfast.
I'll let you shine, a beacon bright,
For I would be the eclipse to your light.

I'll let you flow, a river serene,
Knowing I'd be the rock, unseen.
I'll let you live, your spirit free,
For I would be the death in your life, you see.

So I'll step back, let you soar high,
While I remain a whisper, a sigh.
My love, a secret, a silent song,
Knowing this is where I belong.