Unreturned Flame
Lian Mercado
OPM Ballad
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This OPM ballad features a soaring melodic vocal line that builds emotional intensity over a heartfelt piano progression, evoking deep longing in unrequited love. Lush orchestral string swells gradually intensify from intimate verses to powerful choruses, supported by acoustic guitar and soft drums for a polished, studio-crafted depth. The arrangement crescendos dynamically, fading into a poignant outro that lingers with nostalgic resonance.
Lyrics
In the quiet of the night your shadow lingers near I see your smile in every dream I chase A warmth that pulls me close then fades away you're left To dance is like a distant star, lighting paths I walk alone each day Every glance you give ignites my soul But turns to ashes when you turn and go Heartbeats echo in the empty space Between the words you never say to me Unreturned This love I hold so tight, a flame that burns Through endless silence Silent nights you walk away And I'm left in the rain Loving you in vain Calling out your name Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Where my heart resides Maybe time will heal this aching wound Or maybe I'll forever sing this tune Of chances lost in moments we once knew A love that's mine but never meant for two Unreturned This love I hold so tight, a flame that burns Through endless silent nights you walk away And I'm left in the rain Loving you in vain Calling out your name Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Where my heart resides Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see The tears I hide inside this unrequited fire Why can't you see Why can't you see
Unreturned Flame
Lian Mercado
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