Shy Guy

Lyrics You walk in and my heart hits double-time I rehearse a line but it slips my mind I’m acting cool like “yeah, I’m fine” But my voice says nope at the worst time You laugh—now my system overloads I’m buffering like every episode Of me trying hard to not implode (Yeah, spoiler: I still implode) Wish I could talk like people do But my brain does loops when it’s you Every single word gets stuck Girl, I swear my timing sucks ’Cause I’m shy but trying, baby I’m a little chaotic lately I’m awkward, but maybe that’s my charm My heart’s too loud for my calm If courage came in little doses I’d take two—keep my eyes focused Till then I’m stumbling, smiling, fighting— I’m shy… but trying. I lean in like I’ve got confidence But I miss the vibe by like… 10 percent Still I think you see the good intent Behind this faulty compliment You’re sunshine, and I’m half-awake You’re smooth lines, and I’m copy-paste But girl, the look on my face Says everything I’m scared to say One day I’ll say the perfect thing ’Til then you get the nervous me But maybe that’s all part of it The messy type of almost-brave romance hit ’Cause I’m shy but trying, baby My thoughts are a little too wavy I’m awkward, but maybe that’s my glow A slow-burn kind of “let you know” If bravery was something rentable I’d pay monthly, non-refundable Till then I’m trembling, laughing, striving— I’m shy… but trying. Maybe someday I’ll walk right up to you Say everything I’m meaning, clean and true But ‘til that day comes into view You get the funny, shaky version too I’m shy but trying, baby This feeling’s driving me crazy I’m messy, honest, terrified But with you it feels justified If confidence falls from the sky I’ll catch it—use it—finally try But even without it, girl, I’m fighting— I’m shy… but trying.