She can't escape him Everyday it just gets worse And no one questions those fading bruises It's a small town, everyone knows what's happening It could be fear that's keeping their mouths closed Anyway, they don't speak of it It's too shameful, they think And everyday she dreams of what she could've been And where she could've gone If only she could break the chains And break the ring And escape And fly, be free Far away from their ignorance And his powerful fists; his razor-edged words.
Reason for writing:
My inspiration was Heather Nova's song entitled "Island"
It's about domestic violence, and is a disturbing tune.
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