Hurt that never lasts

Verse 1 The night came crashing like a wave, Took the breath I tried to save, Left me standing in the dark alone. Every word you didn’t say Echoed louder than the pain, Like a truth I should’ve known. Tears fell heavy, hit the floor, Like they’d fall forevermore, Like the sky forgot the sun could rise. But somewhere in the breaking light A whisper told me I’d be fine— This storm would pass me by. Pre-Chorus Every scar is just a story, Every bruise will fade in time, Every shattered piece of glory Finds a way again to shine. Chorus ’Cause hurt never lasts, it only bends, Like a river round the sharpest ends, It cuts, it burns, it leaves a mark— But it won’t own your heart. The pain may stay for a little while, But it can’t steal your future’s smile, It breaks, it heals, it lets you grow— And then it lets you go. Verse 2 I’ve watched the seasons lose their leaves, Heard the wind cry through the trees, Thought the cold would never end. But winter always turns to spring, And frozen hearts learn how to sing, And broken roads will bend. I carried doubts like heavy chains, Wore my sorrow like a name, Thought it fit me like my skin. But I’m more than what I’ve lost, More than all the silent costs, More than where I’ve been. Pre-Chorus Every fall is just a lesson, Every wound can make you wise, Every dark and quiet question Leads you back to brighter skies. Chorus ’Cause hurt never lasts, it only bends, Like a river round the sharpest ends, It cuts, it burns, it leaves a mark— But it won’t own your heart. The pain may stay for a little while, But it can’t steal your future’s smile, It breaks, it heals, it lets you grow— And then it lets you go. Bridge So let it rain, let it pour, Let it shake you to your core, You’re stronger than the falling down. Every tear that leaves your eyes Is proof that you’re still alive, And life turns back around. You’re not the ache inside your chest, You’re not the nights you couldn’t rest, You’re not the fear of being alone. You are hope that won’t give in, You are light beneath your skin, You are coming home. Final Chorus ’Cause hurt never lasts, it only bends, Like a river round the sharpest ends, It cuts, it burns, it leaves a mark— But it won’t own your heart. The pain may stay for a little while, But it can’t steal your future’s smile, It breaks, it heals, it lets you grow— And then it lets you go. Outro So when it feels like it won’t pass, Remember this truth as you breathe: Hurt never lasts— It only teaches you to leave.