Poltergeist

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Although the title alludes to the supernatural, this song is actually about my struggle with anxiety. We've all been there, right?

Poltergeist
By Kate Pillsbury

It’s that all-too-familiar sinking feeling
Why, hello old friend…is that my strength you’re drinking?
How did you sneak in?
I don’t remember saying “let yourself in”
But it seems you’ve made yourself at home under my skin
Your practical jokes make a mess out of my life
Everybody’s got their demons
But it looks like I’ve got a poltergeist

You’re twisted,
And frankly, quite sadistic
It’s my fear that feeds your strength
And you never let me forget it
You outstayed your welcome
The moment you came into my home
But at least you know where the door is,
So feel free to go
At any time
I hate the tradition between you and I
You show up when I can least predict it
Because that’s when you can best elicit…

That strangely familiar sinking feeling
Why hello old friend, didn’t expect to see you again
How did you break in?
I dead bolted all the doors,
Sealed the cracks in all the floors,
Imagine my surprise to see you here you are once more, poltergeist

Cold hands,
Restless legs,
My lifespan has been knocked down a few pegs
And really, that’s the least of my worries
You see, my anxiety is bubbling up inside my chest
I’m useless against

That all-too-familiar sinking feeling
Why hello old foe, I was hoping not to see you again
How do you always find a way back in?
You always find a way back into my life
My demon, my poltergeist