Unrequited

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It's wanting you to be happy
Even though I know it'll never be with me

It's waiting up for you to reply
Even though we've already said goodnight

It's the jumping of my heart, and the pain in my chest at seeing you smile
You're the only one who can make me simultaneously happy and sorrowful

It's the weak laugh at your gorgeous eyes
Even though I know they're looking for her
And not me

It's the comfort of knowing that it'll pass, and someone will teach me to love again
Even though I want us to last forever

It's wishing for your arms to keep me safe
Even though I know I'd never tell you so

It's dreaming of living for you
Even though I could die thinking about it

It's giving myself to you
Even though I know you'd never love me

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