On The Inside
Kyle Kupecky Lyrics
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C Csus or Am.not sure
I may smile for the camera
I might fool my friends with laughter
But underneath the lies
You will find the truth that hides
I try to hold it all together
I'm not that strong
I can't do this on my own
If you could understand
What's really happening on the inside
You'd see the pain that I try to hide
If you were in my head
Then maybe you could see who I really am
I'm broken... on the inside
Interlude of like 3 seconds: alllll C
You should know your story doesn't end here
I know how you feel because I've been there
Doesn't have to be your fight
Don't you know He's on your side
He knoooooooooows all you've ever done
He loves you more than anyone
Whatever you're going through
He's reaching for you
My child, I understand
What's really happening on the inside
I see the pain that you try to hide
I know what's in your heart
And I can see you for who you really are
I'll fix what's broken... on the inside
Giving up the fight
Running to the light
You know He's there
He's right by your side
When you feel lost
Run to the Cross
Look up and seeeeeeeeeeeeee
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
My child I understand
What's really happening on the inside
*pause*
I know what's in your heart
And I can see you for who you really are
I'll fix what's broken... on the insiiiiiiide
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo (on the inside)
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
Wooooooooooooooahhhhhhhhhhhooooooooooo
On the inside
Kyle Kupecky's song On the Inside explores the idea that some people may try to hide their pain and grief behind a façade of happiness and a smiling face. The lyrics talk about how the singer may smile for the camera and laugh with friends, but underneath, the truth reveals the painful reality the singer is facing. The song talks about the struggle of trying to hold it all together and the impossibility of doing it alone. The singer wishes people could understand what's happening on the inside, and see the pain that is being hidden from the world. The chorus reflects the singer's brokenness and hurt, and how it's difficult for anyone to see the real person behind the smile.
The second half of the song is a response of hope and redemption. The song reassures the listener that their story doesn't have to end where they are. With faith, they can run to the light and the Cross and find help and healing. The verse talks about how God knows everything that has ever been done and still loves the person beyond words. The song ends with the singer telling the listener that they understand what's happening on the inside and they see them for who they really are. The song ends on a hopeful note of healing and restoration.
Line by Line Meaning
I may smile for the camera
I may appear happy on the surface
I might fool my friends with laughter
I could deceive others into believing that I'm content
But underneath the lies
Beneath the facade
You will find the truth that hides
The truth that's being hidden
I try to hold it all together
I strive to maintain composure
Do I have to hold it in forever
Do I need to continue suppressing my emotions indefinitely
I'm not that strong
I'm not resilient enough
I can't do this on my own
I can't handle this alone
If you could understand
If you could empathize with my experience
What's really happening on the inside
What's truly taking place within me
You'd see the pain that I try to hide
You would perceive the agony that I'm concealing
If you were in my head
If you could understand my thoughts
Then maybe you could see who I really am
Perhaps you can see my true self
I'm broken... on the inside
I'm shattered on the inside
You should know your story doesn't end here
You ought to recognize that your tale isn't over yet
I know how you feel because I've been there
I understand how you feel since I've experienced the same emotions
Doesn't have to be your fight
You don't have to fight this battle alone
Don't you know He's on your side
Don't you realize that God is supporting you
He knoooooooooows all you've ever done
God is aware of everything you've done
He loves you more than anyone
God loves you more than anyone else
Whatever you're going through
No matter what you're experiencing
He's reaching for you
God is extending his hand towards you
My child, I understand
My dear, I empathize with you
And I can see you for who you really are
I perceive your true self
I'll fix what's broken... on the inside
I'll heal what's shattered within you
Giving up the fight
Abandoning the struggle
Running to the light
Rushing towards hope and truth
You know He's there
You recognize that God is present
He's right by your side
God is supporting you
When you feel lost
When you're disoriented
Run to the Cross
Seek refuge and comfort in God's love
Look up and seeeeeeeeeeeeee
Gaze upwards and see the truth
My child I understand
My dear, I empathize with you
And I can see you for who you really are
I perceive your true self
On the insiiiiiiide
Within you
Contributed by Savannah L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Paul Duncan
this is a sweet guy, he has such talent..voices like an angel! God bless them!
Eve_Ollie
yes bless him
Jessi Horst
I love this. God is good. he saved me the exact way this song describes. I am crying as this walks me back to my past and into my present.
SalliK11
I loved your voice harmonizing with Anthem Lights, and I love it solo, too. Wherever God is calling you, you seem to be following. :)
Katherine Scherber
This song is amazing. Loved the video as well! Nice to know there are still some amazing Christian guys out there to live for Jesus and to sing for his glory. May god bless you and may all be well for you :)
Mfadness225
Wow Kyle, this is amazing! We all miss you with anthem lights, but even just your voice is amazing! Keep it up with this stuff!! You're awesome!! God Bless you!
Cassie Pope
I absolutely love this song! You did a great job, Kyle!! Keep up the amazing work!
Ray Benson
Great job Kyle! Keep being a light for Jesus!
Tiffanie Wilbur
The first time I listened to this song I cried harder than I have ever cried before. This song said everything I feeling. I was hiding so much pain and hurt that I didn't want people to see. I was broken and hurting yet hiding behind a smile and laughter. The second chorus hit me and reminded me that God knew and saw my hurt. He wanted to fix and heal my broken heart. It's been a long and slow process, but God has definitely been healing the broken pieces and putting them back together. I love this song!
Farcaș Sara
Yes. He want to heal us so hard, but we can't receive His healing if we hide from Him. We have to come before God and let Him heal us. I'm glad to hear that you let God heal your broken heart. God is so patient with us. God bless you ❤