Overcome
C. Reed Lyrics
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We shall overcome
We shall overcome
Someday
Deep in my heart
I do believe
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
Someday
Deep in my heart
I do believe
We shall overcome
Someday
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
Someday
Deep in my heart I do believe
We shall live in Peace
Someday
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
Today
Deep in my heart do believe
We are not afraid
Today
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
When we come together
And United as one
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
Bringing Unity with the rhythm of the drum
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
United as one
United we'll stand
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
Every single one of us across the land
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
When the fighting stop
And the Unity increase
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
When the wicked are deceased
And the innocent released
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
You could ah threaten with a gun
You could ah threaten with a blade
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
If it time to go then it can not be delayed
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
Someday
Deep in my heart
I do believe
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
Someday
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
When we come together
And United as one
We shall overcome
We shall overcome
Bringing Unity with the rhythm of the drum
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
United as one
United we'll stand
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
Every single one of us across the land
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
When the fighting stop
And the Unity increase
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
When the wicked are deceased
And the innocent released
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
You could ah threaten with a gun
You could ah threaten with a blade
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
If it time to go then it can not be delayed
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
You could ah threaten with a gun
You could ah threaten with a blade
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
If it time to go then it can not be delayed
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
United as one
United we'll stand
We'll walk hand in hand
We'll walk hand in hand
Every single one of us across the land
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
When the fighting stop
And the Unity increase
We shall live in Peace
We shall live in Peace
When the wicked are deceased
And the innocent released
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
Today
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
We are not afraid
Today
In "Overcome," C. Reed sings about moving on from the pain of a broken relationship. The singer of the song takes control of the situation and decides to let go of the hurt caused by their former partner. They assert their right to overcome the situation and leave it behind. The first verse talks about not wanting to listen to their former partner's hurtful words anymore. They acknowledge that what they had is now gone, and it's time for them to heal.
In the second verse, the singer talks about discovering their inner strength and realizing that they are entitled to move on. They accept the reality that the relationship is over and that there is no going back. The chorus of the song repeats the idea that they are entitled to overcome the pain and anguish caused by their former partner, and they will not let their words bring them down.
The bridge of the song talks about the singer's desire to put the past behind them and start anew. They assert their independence and declare that they are no longer worried about what their former partner thinks. They are no longer held back by the pain of the past but know that they will always carry the memories of the relationship with them.
Overall, "Overcome" is a powerful anthem about rising above the pain of a broken relationship and taking control of your life. It's a song that speaks to anyone who has gone through a tough time, and its message of hope and strength is incredibly empowering.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't cry victim to me
Stop acting like a victim and blaming me.
Everything we are and used to be is buried and gone
Our past relationship is dead and gone.
Now its my turn to speak
I have the right to express myself now.
Its my turn to expose and release whats been killing me
I need to reveal and let go of what has been hurting me.
I'll be dammed fighting you, it's impossible, impossible!
It's useless to fight with you.
Say goodbye, with no sympathy!
I'm leaving without any regrets or emotions.
I'm entitled to overcome
I deserve to overcome my struggles.
Completely stunned I'm numb
I'm in shock and emotionless.
Knock me down throw me to the floor!
I can handle any challenge or obstacle.
There's no pain I can't feel no more
I've endured so much pain that I'm desensitized.
Finally see whats beneath
I'm finally seeing the true nature of things.
Everything I am and hope to be
My identity and aspirations.
Cannot be lost
I will not lose them.
(Overcome!) You'll never know what I was thinking before you came round
I have hidden thoughts and feelings that you will never understand.
Take a step, take a breath, put your guard down
Relax and let your guard down.
(Overcome!) I cannot worry anymore of what you think of me
I won't let your opinion of me affect me anymore.
I may be crazy but I'm buried in your memory
I may seem insane, but you will always remember me.
I'm entitled to overcome, overcome!
I will continue to overcome and make progress in my life.
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Written by: Ant Muhammad, The Ancestors
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@yigitkpkp8494
Don’t cry victim to me
Everything we are and used to be
Is buried and gone
Now it’s my turn to speak
It’s my turn to expose and
Release what’s been killing me
I’ll be damned fighting you
It’s impossible, impossible
Say goodbye, with no sympathy
I’m entitled to overcome
Completely stunned and numb
Knock me down, throw me to the floor
There’s no pain I can feel no more
I’m entitled to overcome,
Overcome
Finally see what’s beneath
Everything I am and hope to be
Cannot be lost
I’ll be damned fighting you
You’re impossible, impossible
Say goodbye, with no sympathy
I’m entitled to overcome
Completely stunned and numb
Knock me down, throw me to the floor
There’s no pain I can feel no more
I’m entitled to overcome.
[Break]
Overcome
Overcome
You’ll never know what I was thinking before you came around
Take a step, take a breath, put your guard down
I cannot worry anymore of what you think of me
I may be crazy but I'm buried in your memory
[Solo]
I’m entitled to overcome
Completely stunned and numb
Knock me down, throw me to the floor
There’s no pain I can feel no more (to feel no more)
I’m entitled to overcome (to feel no more)
Completely stunned and numb (to feel no more)
I’m entitled to overcome
Completely stunned and numb
I’m entitled to overcome,
I may be crazy but I'm buried in your memory
@magnusmartinreitbauer9615
Mark has got to be one of the most underrated guitarist of all time!
@keithcondren3661
I think he’s won a lot of awards as best
@deaddegenerategeneration7441
Actually though lol
@bobabooey4537
Not really... dude has a signature guitar. Thats not underrated.... I dont think.
@shaneoblack1672
One of the songs of Creed where Mark can actually display his insane skills. Thats why this is my favorite Creed song.
@NottyGurlStyle
I know Scott had some hard times in his life but he pushes through with his music. This song is amazing!
@everychoicewemakeechoesete6017
It's 2021 and the world needs a CREED reunion. It's been longer this 2nd go around then the first time CREED broke up.
@davidmoslen3054
Don't understand the hate they get...they kick ass...
@audricsage3053
They have a lot of songs that just try a bit too hard to be deep. For example, Higher.
@brianmannion7097
Pretty much their most popular songs are the reason they are hated a lot. Human clay is probably their best ablum considered by many. Songs like with arms wide open and higher were recieved to mixed attention. But real creed fans like all their songs. My favourites are mostly from the human clay album like faceless man, wash away those years and inside us all