"Not Mine to Hold" - Lyra Knox

Not Mine to Hold continues the journey that began with Never Knew, diving even deeper into the layers of pain that we carry. This song reflects the realization that much of the guilt and burden we bear wasn’t ours to begin with. It’s about uncovering the protective behaviors we’ve developed to shield ourselves from pain, and finally allowing ourselves to release the weight of those inherited emotions. Not Mine to Hold is a declaration of freedom-a step toward healing by letting go of the guilt that never truly belonged to us.
I’d love to hear how this song speaks to you. Have you ever carried a weight that wasn’t yours to hold? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments, and let’s create a safe space where we can support each other in our healing journeys. If this song resonates with you, please like, share, and subscribe to my channel. Your engagement helps me continue to create music that connects us all on a deeper level.
Lyrics...
I've been carrying a weight so long,
Didn’t know it wasn’t mine all along,
A shadow hanging on my spine,
A burden passed through the line.
The guilt I wore like second skin,
Believing I was the one who sinned,
But now I see it wasn’t true,
The shame I carried wasn’t due.
How much of this do I need to bear,
When it was never my cross to wear,
The anger wasn’t born from me,
But I took it on so willingly.
This guilt is not mine to hold,
It’s a story that was sold,
But I’ve paid the price too long,
For something that was never wrong.
I’m learning to let it go,
To free the weight that’s kept me low,
The guilt is fading into air,
I’m finally learning how to care-
For me.
I bent over backwards just to please,
Thinking I was the one who teased,
But it wasn’t my fault, I see it clear,
The guilt’s been whispering in my ear.
They put their anger in my hands,
Made me feel like I couldn’t stand,
But I’m giving it back, it’s not my place,
To carry the burden of their face.
How much of this do I need to bear,
When it was never my cross to wear,
The anger wasn’t born from me,
But I took it on so willingly.
This guilt is not mine to hold,
It’s a story that was sold,
But I’ve paid the price too long,
For something that was never wrong.
I’m learning to let it go,
To free the weight that’s kept me low,
The guilt is fading into air,
I’m finally learning how to care-
For me.
The lower back pain starts to lift,
As I give this guilt a final gift,
I hand it back to where it came,
And reclaim my own true name.
This guilt is not mine to hold,
It’s a story that was sold,
But I’ve paid the price too long,
For something that was never wrong.
I’m learning to let it go,
To free the weight that’s kept me low,
The guilt is fading into air,
I’m finally learning how to care-
For me.
I’m learning how to care for me,
Finally letting myself be free,
This guilt was never mine to keep,
Now I lay it down to sleep...
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