Neon Tropics

[Intro] Under neon rain, the avenues gleam like knives Dusty tropical air hides a hundred alibis [Verse 1] I drift through alleys where the palm shadows curl Concrete river runs with secrets of the underworld Sirens breathe a rhythm, a pulse I can't ignore Trust frays at the edge of every door [Pre-Chorus] Every ally bears a shadow, every truth wears a mask I’m chasing a line between love and the tasks [Chorus] Stay sharp, night, stay close till dawn In the traffic of lies, I’m still holding on If the truth snaps back, I’ll rise from the wreck In this tropical maze, I’ll survive the trek [Verse 2] The city breathes heat, and loyalty wears thin Two-faced favors traded behind a neon grin A misunderstanding gnaws, a spark becomes a flame I weigh the cost of mercy against the claim of fame [Pre-Chorus] Every choice echoes louder in the humid air I ride the edge of a dare, I ride it with care [Chorus] Stay sharp, night, stay close till dawn In the traffic of lies, I’m still holding on If the truth snaps back, I’ll rise from the wreck In this tropical maze, I’ll survive the trek [Bridge] Winds from the bay whisper of mercy and debt I count the favors I owe and the ones I’ll forget If trust is a weapon, I’ll aim it true and clean Find a safer street in this restless dream [Chorus] Stay sharp, night, stay close till dawn In the traffic of lies, I’m still holding on If the truth snaps back, I’ll rise from the wreck In this tropical maze, I’ll survive the trek [Outro] City sighs asleep as the rain drums a slow beat I walk away lighter, with a story to keep