Dead Conscience

I tried to throw it away,
I tried to burn it like a photograph
But when I close my eyes, I see it in my mind
Like it's happening
.
I got so good at the game,
No one could tell that I was faking sane (faking sane)
I guess I still survived, but this grudge was mine
I couldn't bear to watch it shine
.
Did it clear your conscience?
Did it clear your mind?
If you don't feel what you cheated, lied and steal
Is that still dishonesty?
.
(For every positive, there is a negative)
.
I used up my honesty
I'll tell you honestly
I could only give you so much
And from what you said to me
Now you're dead to me,
You're dead to me
.
I'm sleeping miles away,
I'm hiding out in this shrine I made
And if it keeps me safe
Well I'd fall from grace
Then I'll take this space
.
My skinny fingers are bare
I'm taking everything off my back (off