Joke or a Lie

what should i do
i am lost
tell me to leave
the next time i'm in front of you
i can't relate

chip on your shoulder, how do you
deal with that weight
my hands are getting tired

call it a joke or a lie
call it a joke or a lie
put your coat on
then believe me
i try

let us escape
for a night
breathe the silence
i am alone
but i am alone in this room with you

call it a joke or a lie
call it a joke or a lie
put your coat on
then believe me
i tried