Many of the lyrics on "In Memory" describe people dealing with and overcoming adversity.
Here I Am
April Sixth Lyrics
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Retreating from the life, which you live
Days ago it made me sad to think that everything wouldn't be ok
And to know that we would break away!
They told me not to let you go away!
So, here I am
They told me that the feelings wouldn't go away
Here I am...
Here I am...
Well, let's start this over
'Cause it sickens me that I'm the only one, who was thinking how it would be
I know that this is how we want to be, so innocent in all the things
And start to live inside again!
They told me not to let you go away!
So, here I am
They told me that the feelings wouldn't go away
So, here I am
Here I am...
Here I am...
Your life of solitude, why don't you give it up?
And take away all the messed up fear you hold within
Don't wanna be the same
You know you make me sick
Yea, I'm your only son who ever cared which way you went?
Your life of solitude, why don't you give it up?
And take away all the messed up fear you hold within.
You'll wanna be the same, you'll never be the same, I'll never be the same
They told me not to let you go away!
So, here I am
They told me that the feelings wouldn't go away
So, here I am
Here I am...
Here I am...
Only for a moment so
Here I am, here I am, here I am
Well, the days are getting shorter for you
Here I am, here I am, here I am
Yea, only for a moment so
Here I am, here I am, here I am
The lyrics of April Sixth's song Here I Am touch upon themes of loneliness, love, and the conflict between wanting to hold on and letting go. The first verse describes someone who is withdrawing from the world around them, possibly due to depression or heartbreak. The lines "Days ago it made me sad to think that everything wouldn't be ok/ And to know that we would break away!" suggest that this person is distancing themselves from a romantic or platonic relationship. The singer is clearly upset by this development and mentions that "They told me not to let you go away," indicating that others have also noticed the person's behavior.
The chorus of the song, "Here I am," seems to be the singer's response to this situation. They've decided to stay by the person's side, despite their attempts to push others away. The repetition of "Here I am" emphasizes the singer's determination to be there for their loved one. The second verse begins with the line "Well, let's start this over," indicating a desire to begin anew. The singer expresses frustration with the fact that they were the only one who seemed to care about the relationship, but they're willing to put that behind them and "start to live inside again."
The bridge of the song is particularly poignant, with the singer pleading with the troubled person to give up their "life of solitude" and let go of their fears. The lines "Don't wanna be the same/ You know you make me sick/ Yea, I'm your only son who ever cared which way you went?" are particularly striking, revealing that the person in question may be a family member or someone with whom the singer has a deep connection. Despite their frustration, however, the singer reiterates their commitment to being there for this person, singing "They told me not to let you go away/ So, here I am/ They told me that the feelings wouldn't go away/ So, here I am."
Overall, Here I Am is a powerful song about the difficulties of loving someone who is struggling with their own demons. The singer's determination to stay by this person's side, despite their own frustrations and heartbreak, is particularly affecting.
Line by Line Meaning
Here you lay in darkness, all by yourself
You are lying in darkness, alone and isolated
Retreating from the life, which you live
You are withdrawing from the life you are living
Days ago it made me sad to think that everything wouldn't be ok
I was upset when I realized things might not work out
And to know that we would break away!
I don't want our relationship to end
They told me not to let you go away!
Others encouraged me to hold on to you
So, here I am
And here I am, still with you
They told me that the feelings wouldn't go away
Others warned me that my feelings for you might not fade
Well, let's start this over
Let's reset our relationship
'Cause it sickens me that I'm the only one, who was thinking how it would be
I'm upset that I was the only one planning for our future
I know that this is how we want to be, so innocent in all the things
We both want to be innocent and carefree again
And start to live inside again!
Let's start living fully again
Your life of solitude, why don't you give it up?
Why don't you come out of your isolated life?
And take away all the messed up fear you hold within
Let go of the fear that's holding you back
Don't wanna be the same
I don't want things to stay the same
You know you make me sick
Your behavior is upsetting me
Yea, I'm your only son who ever cared which way you went?
A questioning statement about the lack of caring from others
You'll wanna be the same, you'll never be the same, I'll never be the same
We can't go back to what we used to be and expect everything to be the same
Only for a moment so
Our time together may only be brief
Well, the days are getting shorter for you
Time is running out for you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GARY A SPANIOLA, GREGORY A POTTS, MELVIN JR. RILEY
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lesiu52cm
mi się podoba;p
Kristin Tibbles
wow luv the song
Alekzandra Provorski
@AprilSixth They never really can say what exactly causes cancer. But, we're all praying for you Chris!
Christopher McCracken - Singer/Songwriter
@totaldeathwishes Thanks for that message! I'm actually in my first Chemo session right now. I will take all the prayers you can give me! :)
justbeehappy
what do you mean bringing them back? i really love the lead singers voice and i saw some vids he posted acoustic from his house. did his band breakup? or are they just really unheard of?
Alekzandra Provorski
@lifescarstears Actually, they are sadly broken up. The lead singer Chris has cancer and so he is spending all his time with his beautiful little girl and his family.
Alekzandra Provorski
@AprilSixth You're very welcome! Good luck with your Chemo session! Try to take it easy afterward!
Alekzandra Provorski
@lenapesoccer122 They have broken up. He is still making videos and writing songs but it's just for fun now. They aren't a band anymore.
Joan Serr
All depends on the illness. But I would like to say: Google it. Google Rattlesnake powder.
Alekzandra Provorski
@phantomload The lead singer Chris got Cancer and I heard somewhere that there was a problem with the record company and they got laid off or something with three other bands.