The Black Dog Syndrome

Canine eyes, submissive mind, this came to shape my life
 Stand divided when the black dog is approaching fast
 Doubts arise, the leash is bound with straps that never tie
 It defies and despair is gaining ground at last
 Chased into the highest gear
 Tail between legs in fear
 Licking my bleeding wounds
 Facing this beast alone
 Can't outrun
 The black hound
 Safety distance has decreased
 On my own
 Severe wounds
 Fall prey when it comes unleashed
 Devouring every smile
 Smelling my fear, mile after mile
 Following every lead
 The black dog appears, superior breed
 Swallowed pride, falling straight into the blackest hole
 On four feet, standing on the bones buried beneath
 In conceit, always guarding to retain control
 A fight I will never win
 Facing its drooling grin
 Caught in this burning black
 No one to lead me back
 Can't outrun
 The black hound
 Safety distance has decreased
 On my own
 Severe wounds
 Fall prey when it comes unleashed
 Devouring every smile
 Smelling my fear, mile after mile
 Following every lead
 The black dog appears, superior breed