Lipstick Alibis

[alternative_rock, post_grunge, riff_driven, aggressive, high_energy, tense_minor_key, punchy_backbeat, crunchy_guitars, distorted_bass_support, shouted_edge_vocals, live_band_interlock, restrained_hip_hop_influence, minimal_turntable_flavor, dynamic_chorus_lift, relentless_forward_drive] [tape saturation, subtle analog warmth] Verse 1 Morning light cuts through the blinds, alarm runs late and so do I. I practice smiling through my teeth, before the questions get to me. Color my mouth, call it okay, that’s my alibi for the day. Chorus These lipstick alibis don’t save me, but they buy me time. Paint it red, call it fine, till the truth fades out of sight. These lipstick alibis don’t save me — they just get me by tonight. Verse 2 Keys on the counter, purse on my shoulder, I nod to the ghost in the glass. Promises wait on the backseat, I’m driving too slow to last. No one asks if I’m okay, I wouldn’t tell them anyway. Chorus These lipstick alibis don’t save me, but they buy me time. Paint it red, call it fine, till the truth fades out of sight. These lipstick alibis don’t save me — they just get me by tonight. Bridge Someday I’ll stop pretending, wipe it off and see what’s left. But right now, the world keeps turning, and I ain’t ready yet. Final Chorus These lipstick alibis don’t save me, but they help me try. A shaky heart, a steady line, and the strength to meet my eyes. These lipstick alibis don’t save me — but they let me stay alive.