To battle with one's passion,

To struggle with what's right;

A duel that lasts eternally,

But ends in just one night.

The choice would seem so simple,

Were it not for divvied heart.

How can you reach a goal

If you do not know where to start?

Let me be the villain.

Let me take the fall.

Let me be the one you'd rather

Not be with at all.

I'll simplify your mental war,

Concede the battlefield.

I'll walk away without a word

And to the victor yield.

Good and evil,

Right and wrong,

Passion, conscience,

Both are strong.

I am not a hero,

I've always told you so,

And if you need a villain,

I shall gladly take the blow.

My pain will heal as always,

The scars fade 'way with time.

But I pray you, be at peace and

Know my choice is not your crime.

Sleep well and may your heart be filled

With thoughts of future bright,

And know this self-made villain works

For only you tonight.