[Intro] Twilight bleeds into the pines Moss clings tight to ancient vines [Verse 1] Roots twist deep where shadows breed Branches claw at empty need Fog creeps low where paths go cold No footprints mark the stories told [Pre-Chorus] The air hums low with unspoken things Every rustle sings of hidden wings [Chorus] This dark forest holds its breath Hides the living, hides the death Whispers curl around my throat Secrets I will never quote [Interlude] (Instrumental Solo) [Verse 2] Moonlight splits the cracked canopy Dances on the mossy sea A hollow log holds a forgotten bone A silent plea left all alone [Pre-Chorus] The trees lean in to hear my sigh They know the truth I try to hide [Chorus] This dark forest knows my name Burns the fear, soothes the shame Whispers curl around my soul Stories I can never hold [Bridge] I’ll walk these trails until I fade Become the shadow in the shade The forest’s song will be my own A quiet end, a gentle home [Chorus] This dark forest holds my rest Lays my weary heart to test Whispers curl around my chest Secrets I will finally bless [Outro] Twilight fades into the night Forest holds me, warm and tight