RISE
Ashes Remain Lyrics
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Fall apart while the city sleeps
Fading hearts of a generation
Tired eyes of a desperate nation
Blank stares and empty grins
When did we let darkness in?
It's time to light it up again
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Out of the wasted lives
I will, I will, rise
When light shines on hopeless men
We find the strength to hope again
Every time that freedom finds us
Broken bones and scars remind us
Seething with bloodshot eyes
Breathing just to survive
It's time to bring us back to life
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Out of the wasted lives
I will, I will, rise
Build me up and burn me down, take me over
You're everything that I need now
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Out of the wasted lives
I will, I will, rise
I will rise
The song Rise by Ashes Remain is a call to action, a plea for people to rise up and seek redemption and hope. The lyrics describe a society that has lost its way, as people have become numb to the suffering and destruction around them. The broken souls on the city streets refer to those who are struggling and falling apart. Meanwhile, the city sleeps, ignorant to their suffering. The fading hearts of a generation and tired eyes of a desperate nation paint a picture of a world in need of revival.
The chorus expresses the singer's desire to change this darkness: "Let the fire inside of me take me over, brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder." The darkness that has consumed the world is not something that can be fixed overnight, but through perseverance and determination, we can make positive changes. The singer finds solace in spirituality, as demonstrated by the line, "Find me on my knees and take me higher."
The second verse continues the theme of hope, as the light shining on hopeless men represents hope and a brighter future. The broken bones and scars remind us of the past, of the suffering and pain we have endured, but it also represents strength and resilience. The line, "It's time to bring us back to life," represents a call to action, to persist and push through challenges. Rise is ultimately a message of optimism, a hopeful reminder that even though the world can be dark and unforgiving, we can overcome the odds and rebuild.
Line by Line Meaning
Broken souls on the city streets
People struggling and in need in urban areas
Fall apart while the city sleeps
Suffering happens even when the world is unaware
Fading hearts of a generation
The younger generation's hope is dwindling
Tired eyes of a desperate nation
A nation in need of help
Blank stares and empty grins
Superficiality and lack of true emotion
When did we let darkness in?
When did negativity take over?
It's time to light it up again
We need to bring back hope and positivity
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Allow your passion to fuel you
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Our light shines brighter in dark times
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Humility brings greater purpose
Out of the wasted lives
We can make a change from misfortune
I will, I will, rise
We have the ability to overcome anything
When light shines on hopeless men
Hope can be found even in the darkest times
We find the strength to hope again
Positivity can be reignited
Every time that freedom finds us
We must be reminded of the struggles we've been through
Broken bones and scars remind us
Physical and emotional pain do not define us
Seething with bloodshot eyes
Desperation and a drive to survive
Breathing just to survive
We are constantly fighting to persevere
It's time to bring us back to life
We can revitalize our spirits
Build me up and burn me down, take me over
Take me through the highs and lows, let my passion fuel me
You're everything that I need now
Passion drives purpose
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: BARRY LEWIS WEEKS, JONATHAN ROBB HIVELY, BENJAMIN KEITH KIRK, RYAN MARK NALEPA, JOSHUA VANCE SMITH, ROB H. TAHAN
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Broken souls on the city streets
Fall apart while the city sleeps
Fading hearts of a generation
Tired eyes of a desperate nation
Blank stares and empty grins
When did we let darkness in?
It's time to light it up again
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Out of the wasted lives
I will, I will, rise
When light shines on hopeless men
We find the strength to hope again
Every time that freedom finds us
Broken bones and scars remind us
Seething with bloodshot eyes
Breathing just to survive
It's time to bring us back to life
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Out of the wasted lives
I will, I will, rise
Build me up and burn me down, take me over
You're everything that I need now
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Let the fire inside of me, take me over
Brighter for all to see, as the world grows colder
Find me on my knees and take me higher
Out of the wasted lives
I will, I will, rise
I will rise
@jeshuahcorral1433
Who else is listening in 2020
@yalerdejesuslopezmontiel1121
i listen dude this songs are awesome
@Tara4k
me
@qualwinters8784
Hi there 👋🏻
@AlvaroSoTorres
hello
@Isabeiia_
Meee
@benjaminclausing5104
Ashes Remain - one of the most underrated bands ever . I think this band is so much better then the half on the radio - greetings from Germany
@blakegill7782
Benjamin Clausing But Skillet is good too.
@soulstarzero
I cant remember that i heard any good music on radio 🤔 only always the same pop/electro shit.. >.> im missing true music on radio
But... thx to YouTube ive got the chance to listen to the music i want to, and thx to ashes remain i can listen to really good music. Thx for your hard work, i cant wait any longer for your new album ^~^
@nickhatake3015
Leider spielen Ashes Remain, Skillet und starset nicht im Radio. Was für eine grausame Welt.