Reaction
Above This Fire Lyrics
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I'll stand my ground for what it's worth I'm all that I have and I know that I've let this go way too far this time so bury it all so deep inside and make sure it won't stop my heart I will fight this war on my own terms so when you're down what will be your reaction?
For the life of me,
I will prove to myself that I'm so much more than you say I can't see the light at the end of the line that's why I keep going I won't go falling apart so when it all comes down what will be your reaction the daybreak of tomorrow gives me another chance I know the hour glass is running empty the daybreak of tomorrow gives me another chance cause I will take control and I will make it out alive right now,
I will take the first step and start changing my life
The lyrics of Above This Fire's song "Reaction" are a powerful statement of resilience and determination. The singer is declaring that despite whatever difficulties they have faced in the past, they will not let them bring them down. They acknowledge that they have made mistakes and let things go too far, but they are ready to take control of their life and fight their own war on their own terms. The singer is telling their detractors that they will not be held back by their negativity, but will instead prove to themselves that they are capable of so much more.
The chorus of the song poses a question to the listener: what will be their reaction when they are down? The singer is encouraging the listener to be strong and stand up for themselves, and to take control of their own life in the same way that they are doing. The singer is determined to keep going even when they can't see the light at the end of the tunnel, and they are optimistic that the daybreak of tomorrow will give them another chance. They are aware that time is running out, but they will not let that stop them from making positive changes in their life.
Overall, the lyrics of "Reaction" are a rousing call to action, urging listeners to take control of their own lives and not be held back by their mistakes or negative influences. The song is a powerful message of resilience and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Today will not leave me in ruins from here on out,
I refuse to let the present moment destroy me; instead, I will endure everything from here on out.
I'll stand my ground for what it's worth I'm all that I have
I will hold onto my beliefs and values because that's all I have left to cling onto.
and I know that I've let this go way too far this time
I am aware that I have gone beyond the limit and need to take control of my actions.
so bury it all so deep inside and make sure it won't stop my heart
I will conceal the hurt and pain deep within me, so it won't break me apart.
I will fight this war on my own terms
I won't let anyone or anything control me; I will fight my battles according to my own rules.
so when you're down what will be your reaction?
I wonder how you will react when you're in my situation.
For the life of me,
I value my life so much that I won't let anything or anyone break me.
I will prove to myself that I'm so much more than you say
I refuse to believe your words that I'm not good enough; I will prove to myself that I am much more than what you think.
I can't see the light at the end of the line that's why I keep going
I am lost and can't see my direction, but I won't give up and keep moving forward.
I won't go falling apart so when it all comes down what will be your reaction
I won't let myself fall apart, and I wonder how you will react when you see my strength.
the daybreak of tomorrow gives me another chance
The new day brings new opportunities for me to start fresh and change my life.
I know the hour glass is running empty
I am aware that time is running out, and I need to act fast to make changes in my life.
cause I will take control and I will make it out alive right now
I am in charge of my life, and I will fight to survive the present moment.
I will take the first step and start changing my life
I will initiate the process of making positive changes in my life, starting from this moment.
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