Afterlife

(Verse 1)
Sat on a balcony with friends
They all laughed
Something’s funny, I don’t understand
They don’t leave out, but my mind drifts off
Wanna throw a tantrum, beg for attention
Or be more extreme, eager to jump off a cliff
(Pre-Chorus)
Pick ’n’ choose
Just kidding
I don’t know why I’m being so difficult
Hard times for everyone
But my suffering is suddenly everyone’s problem
(Chorus)
If I could disappear, I’d take the back door out and flee
Trust me, I’ve considered harsher methods
Whether I hang from a tree or drown in the sea
I’d be going, yeah
But I’m terrified of being a problem even when I’m dead or in the afterlife
Don’t wanna be a problem if I die
Don’t wanna be causing ’em in the afterlife
(Verse 2)
I act normal
’Cause nothing’s wrong, it’s in my head, I say
I go out and dance
Even when shaking ass, I still get sad
I can’t help it
The sadness just runs in my rhythm
(Pre-Chorus)
Make pretend
But it’s not honest
I’m a two-faced bitch for it
Cause a mess and
Make my feelings be the object of almost everything
(Chorus)
If I could disappear, I’d take the back door out and flee
Trust me, I’ve considered harsher methods
Whether I hang from a tree or drown in the sea
I’d be going, yeah
But I’m terrified of being a problem even when I’m dead or in the afterlife
Don’t wanna be a problem if I die
Don’t wanna be causing ’em in the afterlife
(Bridge)
A problem can be solved
If you’re smart enough
Lucky me, I can’t figure out the cause
So I’ll just be a bitch to everyone
Then have an excuse to take off
(Chorus)
If I could disappear, I’d take the back door out and flee
Trust me, I’ve considered harsher methods
Whether I hang from a tree or drown in the sea
I’d be going, yeah
But I’m terrified of being a problem even when I’m dead or in the afterlife
Don’t wanna be a problem if I die
Don’t wanna be causing ’em in the afterlife

Create an intimate modern alternative pop song with a soft female vocal and a polished emotional production. Start with a simple, close-mic vocal over delicate piano and muted acoustic guitar, creating a private diary-like feeling. Slowly build the arrangement with warm bass, soft drums, subtle synth textures, and layered harmonies that make the emotion grow without becoming dramatic. Keep the melody conversational and natural, with a vulnerable delivery that feels like someone admitting something they have been holding back. Vocals should stay airy, gentle, and restrained with no belting or high notes. Add subtle vocal doubles, whispered layers, and reverb that make certain phrases linger. The chorus should feel fuller and more memorable while still maintaining intimacy. The bridge should bring a quiet emotional peak through added harmonies and instrumentation rather than volume. End with soft overlapping vocals, fading instruments, and a lingering feeling of unresolved thoughts.