This house was not a home when we got here
And I’m well aware that I have kept this void from filling
See,
    I’ve been devouring your spark since day one
And I’m not sure I can tell you what I’ve done

I don’t have a conscience left to council
Remorse was just a phase that had worn itself through

I’m no exception, I am the reason for the rule

I’ve been keeping to myself for selfish reasons
These walls,
    they don’t build themselves these days
And I’ve dolled them up with color for comfort
I’m just another excuse away from where I say I want to be

I ask innocent questions to keep this facade from the light of day
I’ve sang every hymn I can think to keep my demons at bay

You see it’s never bad enough to walk away
But it’s never good enough to want to stay

I am the reason for the rule