Name: The Cold Will Last Forever
Duration: P00H04M17S
Description: This is a song I wrote about my struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts. It holds a very special place in my heart, and I'm so excited to finally share it with the world! Much love, Joyce

The Cold Will Last Forever

by Joyce Tratnyek

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This is a song I wrote about my struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts. It holds a very special place in my heart, and I'm so excited to finally share it with the world! Much love, Joyce

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the first snow falls on New York City
I lie awake in the soft white light
I breathe in all the world's beauty
but its not enough to change my mind
im haunted by my future
she's an angel and a curse
she comes at night to warn me
not to leave my heart unheard

I’m giving up in December
If springtime leaves me behind
I hope you remember
how hard I tried
the cold will last forever
in my mind
the cold will last forever
in my mind

I'll miss your voice at 3 am
and falling asleep to the April rain
but my future feels so hollow now
and I promise that its better this way
please tell me you'll miss me
I want to hear you before I go
should i say that I love you?
I think you already know

I’m giving up in December
If springtime leaves me behind
I hope you remember
how hard I tried
and sometimes when im with you
I almost change my mind
the cold will last forever
in my mind
the cold will last forever
in my mind
the cold will last forever
in my mind
the cold will last forever
in my mind

da da da
oh woah
(repeat)

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released December 5, 2022
Written by Joyce Tratnyek
Vocals by Joyce Tratnyek
Guitar by Joyce Tratnyek
Synths & Synth Bass by Joyce Tratnyek
Drums by Joyce Tratnyek
Engineered by Joyce Tratnyek
Produced by Joyce Tratnyek
Mixed by Joyce Tratnyek and PCHI Audio
Mastered by PCHI Audio

Cover Art by Joyce Tratnyek

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