Scarlet Crow (The Hero in the Shadows)

(Intro) The moon is cold, a crimson blade The price of peace, the choice I made. Forgive me, brother, in the dark I leave upon your soul a mark.

(Verse 1) A silent night in the Hidden Leaf A heavy heart, a world of grief. I traded honor for a lie To keep the fire in your eyes from running dry. Between the village and my blood I chose the path through the rising flood.

(Pre-Chorus) One last look at my father’s face One last touch of a mother’s grace."Don't hesitate," they whispered low As I became the world’s greatest foe.

(Chorus) So let the tears fall like the black flames’ burn To the life I lost, I can never return. I’ll play the villain, I’ll wear the mask If keeping you safe is my final task. Behind the Sharingan, the truth is blurred A hero’s name that will never be heard.

(Verse 2) Years go by in a cloak of clouds Walking through the ghosts and crowds. I watch you grow from far away Wishing I could find the words to say."Push your hate, let it fuel your strike" Until we meet, two brothers alike.

(Bridge)The finger taps your forehead—thump— The distance feels like a giant jump."I'm sorry, Sasuke... this is the end." No more lies left to defend. No more shadows, no more pain Only the blood washed by the rain.

(Chorus) So let the tears fall like the black flames’ burn To the life I lost, I can never return. I’ll play the villain, I’ll wear the mask If keeping you safe is my final task. Behind the Sharingan, the truth is blurred A hero’s name that will never be heard.

(Outro) You don't have to forgive me... Whatever you decide to do from here on out... I will love you... always.