Uneasy Smile

What’s behind the uneasy smile
Is there light in the eyes
Now speak say something profound
The mask could be slipping

Why breathe at all
Where does the human begin
Who is pulling the strings
Too late for false concern

Stay awake now
Closed doors never see the show
Madness is the worst excuse
But don’t admit it’s so

Just keep on pretending
That isolation is a winning hand
Oscar nominated
For the starring role of a hermit

Step outside I dare you
Feel again if you can
If you ever did
The real charade was living