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Dying
Stone Sour Lyrics


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It's only common sense so please don't take offense
I gotta say what's on my mind
'Cause all this bitterness has made me second-guess
And I've waited all my life
You know it's true, it isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
'Cause dying is all we're doing here

You leave me suffering 'til I can't feel a thing
It's all I got when I want more
If I waste one more day then they can take me away
'Cause it'll be worse than it was before
You know it's true, it isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
'Cause dying is all we're doing here

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
'Cause dying is all we're doing here

Oh, if I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing, what are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you, I don't wanna live without you
'Cause dying is all we're doing here

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Stone Sour's song "Dying" explore the complicated emotions that come with being in a relationship that is not healthy, but that is also difficult to let go of. The singer is struggling with the realization that he cannot be with his partner, but at the same time finds it impossible to live without them. The bitterness and pain of the past have caused him to feel trapped between his desire for the other person and his own inability to be happy with them. The chorus talks about how dying is all they are doing here, emphasizing that the relationship is killing them emotionally.


The song delves into the conflicting feelings that can come with being in a toxic relationship. The singer is clearly aware that the relationship is not healthy and that he cannot continue on as things are. However, the bond between them is so strong that he cannot bring himself to walk away. The lyrics express a deep sense of sadness and hopelessness that arises when you cannot seem to make the right decision for your own happiness.


Overall, "Dying" is a powerful ballad that explores the trauma and pain that comes with being in an unhealthy relationship. The lyrics are raw and honest, providing a glimpse into the heartbreaking reality of loving someone who cannot love you back in the way that you deserve.


Line by Line Meaning

It's only common sense so please don't take offense
I'm going to say the truth, but don't be mad


I gotta say what's on my mind
I have to speak up and express my thoughts


'Cause all this bitterness has made me second-guess
My resentment has made me doubt my choices


And I've waited all my life
I've been waiting for something like this forever


You know it's true, it isn't me, it isn't you
We both know that we can't blame each other


I can't be your man
I cannot be the one you need


But here's what I don't understand
Here's what I'm puzzled about


If I can't live without you
I need you to live


But I can't breathe when I'm with you
Being with you is suffocating


What are we really doing here?
What is the point of this relationship?


I don't wanna live without you
I cannot imagine life without you


But God only knows what I've been through
This is the most difficult time of my life


'Cause dying is all we're doing here
This relationship is killing us slowly


You leave me suffering 'til I can't feel a thing
You cause me so much pain that I become numb


It's all I got when I want more
The suffering is all that remains in this relationship


If I waste one more day then they can take me away
If I stay any longer, I'll be harmed irreparably


'Cause it'll be worse than it was before
Things will get even more unbearable


Oh, if I can't live without you
I need you to survive


What are we really doing, what are we really doing here?
What is the purpose of this relationship?


I don't wanna live without you, I don't wanna live without you
I don't want to lose you, but staying is too difficult


'Cause dying is all we're doing here
This relationship is destroying us




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: COREY TAYLOR, JAMES ROOT, JOSH RAND, ROY MAYORGA, SHAWN ECONOMAKI

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@kelly_niar

Dying

It's only common sense so please don't take offense
I gotta say what's on my mind
Cuz all this bitterness has made me second-guess
And I have waited all my life
You know it's true - it isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

You leave me suffering 'til I can't feel a thing
It's all I got when I want more
If I waste one more day then they can take me away
Cuz it'll be worse than it was before
You know it's true - it isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

Oh, if I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing... what are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you - I don't wanna live without you
Cuz dying is all we're doing here



@navocollette5953

It's only common sense
So please don't take offense
I gotta say what's on my mind
'Cause all this bitterness
Has made me second guess
And I've waited all my life
You know it's true
It isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand
If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
'Cause dying is all we're doing here
You leave me suffering
'Til I can't feel a thing
It's all I got when I want more
If I waste one more day
Then they can take me away
'Cause it will be worse than it was before
You know it's true
It isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand
If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
'Cause dying is all we're doing here
If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
'Cause dying is all we're doing here
If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing...
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
I don't wanna live without you
'Cause dying is all we're doing...
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Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Josh Rand / James Root / Corey Taylor / Shawn Economaki / Roy Mayorga
Dying lyrics © Emi April Music Inc., Music That Music, Icon Bygone Publishing
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All comments from YouTube:

@darthfelipe6620

I love so much Audio Secrecy, probably the most markable album of my teenage. It's sad see how time flies...

@edsmart5801

Absolutely brilliant anyone who's been in a long relationship has to be able to relate to this song. Spent 21 years in one alas no more. Relatable song for me

@cygnusedge6847

Ooh this album sounds good. :o

@damoncallis2918

my fave song of theirs great chorus

@DawsonPearse

It's damn good! TBH all their albums are pretty awesome.

@kelly_niar

Dying

It's only common sense so please don't take offense
I gotta say what's on my mind
Cuz all this bitterness has made me second-guess
And I have waited all my life
You know it's true - it isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

You leave me suffering 'til I can't feel a thing
It's all I got when I want more
If I waste one more day then they can take me away
Cuz it'll be worse than it was before
You know it's true - it isn't me, it isn't you
I can't be your man
But here's what I don't understand

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

If I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you
But God only knows what I've been through
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

Oh, if I can't live without you
But I can't breathe when I'm with you
What are we really doing... what are we really doing here?
I don't wanna live without you - I don't wanna live without you
Cuz dying is all we're doing here

@zer0953

their debut was the best, this one somehow sounds the most.... idk how to describe it... its radio rock

@jacobeaston7431

Love hate relationships. If I can't live with you or without you. It's like dying I can't get rid of you!...

@plutonium120

CAUSE DYIN IS ALL WE'RE DOIN HEAAHHH!!!!!

@ludwigii9329

PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE WATER- Oops sorry wrong song

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