[Verse 1] When the lights go out, and the show is over When the crowd has gone, and you know you're sober You put trust in all those people Who convinced you it was right And while you can't, you know the boss will sleep tonight I took time, there were things you won't believe But there's warmth within this winter There were harsher times than these A stranger told me I would find the light that's in the dark Now a stranger's words I hold close to my heart [Chorus 1] Label you, then leave you No, they won't stay for the fight It's the closest thing to empty And the furthest from the light I got what I asked for, now I'm lonely and I'm tired I am hurt, and even worse, I'm uninspired [Verse 2] Always felt the rush, by the shows with empty rows Your transport in transit, and you pray for radio You've a name that no one cares for And a face that no one knows You take that path 'cause it's the only route you know [Chorus 2] Label you, then leave you No, they won't stay for the fight It's the closest thing to empty And the furthest from the light I used to be an artist, now I'm nothing I desire I am hurt, and even worse, I'm uninspired [Bridge] Curtains close and roses hit the stage I forget the pain each time I hear you shout my name You're my favourite memories and I thank you no end You're my reason, you're my life and you're my friends [Chorus 3] Label you, then leave you No, they won't stay for the fight It's the closest thing to empty And the furthest from the light I used to be a person that I loved and I admired I am hurt, and even worse, I'm uninspired Now I'm hurt and even worse, I'm uninspired