Time of My Life
3 Doors Down Lyrics


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Living risky, never scared
Wander closer to the edge
Nothing valued, think no fear
Always wondering why you're here
All your purposes are gone
Nothing's right and nothing's wrong
Nothing ventured, nothing gained
Feel no sorrow, feel no pain

Kiss me while I'm still alive
Kill me while I kiss the sky
Let me die on my own terms
Let me live and let me learn
Now I've followed my own way
And I'll live on to another damn day
Freedom carries sacrifice
Remember when this was my life

Looking forward, not behind
Everybody's got to cross that line
Free me now to give me a place
Keep me caged to free the beast
Falling faster as time goes by
Fear has not seen through these eyes
What there was will never be
Now I'm blind and cannot see

Kiss me while I'm still alive
Kill me while I kiss the sky
Let me die on my own terms
Let me live and let me learn
Now I've followed my own way
And I'll live on to another damn day
Freedom carries sacrifice
Remember when this was my life

Kiss me while I'm still alive
Kill me while I kiss the sky
Let me die on my own terms
Let me live and let me learn
Now I've followed my own way
And I'll live on to another damn day




Freedom carries sacrifice
Remember when this was my life

Overall Meaning

In "Life of My Own", 3 Doors Down tackle the themes of risk-taking, self-discovery, and the value of freedom above all else in life. The first verse sets the tone for the song, describing the singer as someone who is always living on the edge, without any fear and without anything to hold on to. They're in search of their purpose, but things are not always clear, and they're questioning their own existence.


The chorus, "Kiss me while I'm still alive, kill me while I kiss the sky" captures the essence of the song's themes. The singer is asking for the freedom to live life on their own terms, even if it means taking risks that might endanger their own life. They believe that the freedom to live this way, without fear or regret, is worth the sacrifice that comes with it. The song ends with a reminder that they have lived their life their way and will continue to carry that sense of freedom with them.


One interpretation of the song is that it's about the journey of self-discovery and how it's important to find your own path in life, even if it's unconventional. It's about the importance of living in the present and following your dreams no matter the cost. Another interpretation is that it's a message about rebellion against conformity, pushing the envelope, and breaking free from the monotony of life.


Line by Line Meaning

Living risky, never scared
I am willing to take risks and face the consequences head-on without fearing the outcome.


Wander closer to the edge
I am going to test my limits and get out of my comfort zone to find something meaningful.


Nothing valued, think no fear
I don't care about material possessions because they don't bring happiness or security.


Always wondering why you're here
I am searching for the real meaning of life and the reason why I exist.


All your purposes are gone
I have lost sight of my goals and dreams, and I am struggling to find a sense of direction.


Nothing's right and nothing's wrong
I am constantly questioning my beliefs and values, and I am unsure of what is morally right or wrong.


Nothing ventured, nothing gained
If I don't take risks and try new things, I will never grow or learn anything from my experiences.


Feel no sorrow, feel no pain
I am emotionally numb and have become desensitized to pain and sadness.


Kiss me while I'm still alive
I want to experience love and passion while I am still alive and have the chance to do so.


Kill me while I kiss the sky
I want to die while I am still chasing my dreams and have my head held high.


Let me die on my own terms
I want to have control over my own life and death, and make decisions that align with my beliefs and values.


Let me live and let me learn
I want to keep growing and learning from my experiences, and not be limited by my mistakes or failures.


Now I've followed my own way
I have chosen to live life on my own terms and pursue my own dreams and aspirations.


And I'll live on to another damn day
Even though life can be challenging and difficult, I will keep pushing through and living to see another day.


Freedom carries sacrifice
In order to have freedom and independence, I must be willing to make sacrifices and take on responsibilities.


Remember when this was my life
I want to look back on my life and know that I lived it to the fullest, with no regrets or missed opportunities.


Looking forward, not behind
I am focused on the present moment and my future goals, and I am not dwelling on my past mistakes or failures.


Everybody's got to cross that line
Everyone has to take risks and step out of their comfort zone to grow and learn from their experiences.


Free me now to give me a place
I need to be free from the constraints of society and the expectations of others in order to find my true place in the world.


Keep me caged to free the beast
Sometimes, being held back or restricted can bring out the best in us and allow us to tap into our inner strength and resilience.


Falling faster as time goes by
As time passes, life seems to be moving faster and I am struggling to keep up with the pace.


Fear has not seen through these eyes
I am not afraid to face my fears and take risks, even if it means facing failure or disappointment.


What there was will never be
I am coming to terms with the fact that the past is gone and I cannot change it or go back to it.


Now I'm blind and cannot see
I am lost and confused about my purpose in life, and struggling to find my way forward.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRADLEY KIRK ARNOLD, MATTHEW DARRICK ROBERTS, ROBERT TODD HARRELL

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Comments from YouTube:

Marcos Sena

AMAZING!!! one of the best songs that I've ever heard from 3 doors down

1ofHenrysMen

My favorite song from my favorite band! Still listen to this even to this day and the future ahead!

Kevin Magee

I've never heard Brad Arnold mess up in a performance!!!! He always sings on key and he's a brilliant singer!!!!!

bubby3190

It’s 2019 and I’m havin’ the Time Of My Life!

Merdicano

It's 2021 here, and I've been doing the same thing as well!!

Dave Schwartz

Great song by a great band...3 doors down

Dakkrothy

one of the best tracks in years!

HSimon1981

This is one of 3 doors down's best songs for about 12 years.

Kevin Magee

Brad Arnold sings so great in this song!!!!! He does good in all his performances!!!!!

Robert Holman

im havin the time of my life listening to time of my life

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