Screaming (Can't Speak)

by Conor Walsh

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The profits from this song go to charities supporting Suicide Prevention Month. So please give the song a listen, share it with others, and please help to support mental health awareness and the suicide prevention effort.

The two charities in particular I want to highlight are James's Warr;ors and Be a Friend Project. The reason why I am highlighting them is because not only are they doing incredible work in mental health awareness, anti-bullying, and suicide prevention, but they helped me in a rough time without realizing it. After the passing of one of my best friends a few months ago, I've been really shaken to the core. I've experienced grief before, but this experience was different, and I was having a hard time processing it. My mental health took a horrible turn.

Then, I had the opportunity to speak with both organizations for a radio show I produce, "In Touch." The stories and conversations we shared were the final push of encouragement that I needed to look into therapy so I could take control of my mental health. You can listen to both episodes using the link below:

distrokid.com/hyperfollow/conorwalsh/screaming-cant-speak

With September being Suicide Prevention Month, I want to use music to help raise money and awareness for a worthy cause. Not just that, but I want to hopefully connect with people who, in their own right, are screaming on the inside but can't find the words to speak yet.

Be a Friend Project: An organization of school-age Upstanders working to save the lives of their bullied peers and build kinder communities using empathy, education and The Arts. Developed FOR KIDS and BY KIDS, our national "Kindness In Action" Teen Board helps guide new initiatives. The BAFP signature "Friend Mail" program delivers surprise peer support with empathetic words and art from K-12 students to victims of severe bullying to help them stay strong and know they are not alone.

www.beafriendproject.org

James's Warr;ors: The mission of the James’s Warr;ors not-for-profit organization is to provide a resource to those affected by suicide through public awareness and education. We aim to bring change to the way mental health is perceived, reduce the stigma surrounding it, and prevent suicide.

www.jamesswarriors.org

lyrics

So many voices
So many voices
Shouting at me
I just want silence
I just want silence
I just want peace

Hold on tightly
I lost my grip
One wrong move
And I might slip
I feel like I don't have a prayer anymore

I'm no longer trying
I've lost all control
I know that I'm dying
From the sword in my soul
I'm losing my meaning
It makes me weep
My heart is screaming
But I just can't speak

I've lost so many dreams
I've forgotten how to sleep
In my bed at night
I've lost so many friends
I'm not scared of the end
But I should be, right?

Hold on tightly
I lost my grip
One wrong move
And I might slip
I feel like I don't have a prayer anymore

I'm no longer trying
I've lost all control
I know that I'm dying
From the sword in my soul
I'm losing my meaning
It makes me weep
My heart is screaming
But I just can't speak

I put on a smile
When I'm dying inside
I'm running around
When I just want to hide
Where in the world
Can I find my peace?
My heart is screaming
But I just can't speak

Hold on tightly
I lost my grip
One wrong move
And I might slip
I feel like I don't have a prayer anymore

I'm no longer trying
I've lost all control
I know that I'm dying
From the sword in my soul
I'm losing my meaning
It makes me weep
My heart is screaming
But I just can't speak

My heart is screaming
But I just can't speak

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released September 1, 2023
Written, Recorded, Performed and Produced by Conor Walsh

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Conor Walsh Poughkeepsie, New York

Conor Walsh is a singer/songwriter/guitarist who tries to tell a story and send a message through his lyrics. Conor constantly looks for the most unique and poetic- yet relatable- ways to transcend emotions.
Conor believes music has the power to express emotions in a way that no other form of communication can. Through music, people can find unity. ... more

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