Verse 1

There's a darkness that lingers deep within

A part of me that's hidden, a secret sin

A shadow self that I try to ignore

But it's always there, knocking on my door

Chorus

The shadow self, it haunts my dreams

A part of me that's not what it seems

I try to run, but it's always near

This part of me that I've learned to fear

Verse 2

Sometimes I wonder if I'm alone

If others have a shadow self to atone

But I keep it hidden, deep inside

Afraid of what others may decide

Chorus

The shadow self, it haunts my dreams

A part of me that's not what it seems

I try to run, but it's always near

This part of me that I've learned to fear

Bridge

But maybe it's time to face the truth

To accept this part of me, that's uncouth

For in the darkness, there's a glimmer of light

And facing this shadow self, I might find what's right

Chorus

The shadow self, it haunts my dreams

A part of me that's not what it seems

I try to run, but it's always near

This part of me that I've learned to fear

Outro

So I'll face this shadow self, once and for all

And embrace the darkness, hear its call

For in the shadow, there's a chance to grow

And in the light, a chance to know