Survive The Night
Chris Brown Lyrics


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(I won't go back, that's how I feel about it) true
(Put it in my interview if you're real about it) yeah
(If I move on, then you gon' hear about it) yeah
(I feel a way and I feel real about it)

Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night
And take my own advice
And never love again
Toxic as you are, you're a vice
Can't get you out of my mind
I took the drug again, yeah
Not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
I've had enough again, yeah, uh
Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
I'm fuckin' over it

I love you
You just take advantage 'cause you know I do
I can't wait until I'm strong enough to walk away
I can't wait until your love don't make me feel a way

Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night
And take my own advice
And never love again
Toxic as you are, you're a vice
Can't get you out of my mind
I took the drug again, yeah
Not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
I've had enough again, yeah, uh
Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
I'm fuckin' over it

(Who told you you get to decide?)
(Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?)
I'm fuckin' over it
Oh, oh, oh (woo)

I won't go back, that's how I feel about it
Put it in my interview if you're real about it
If I move on, then you gon' hear about it
I feel a way and I feel real about it

I love you
You just take advantage 'cause you know I do
I can't wait until I'm strong enough to walk away
I can't wait until your love don't make me feel a way

Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night
And take my own advice
And never love again
Toxic as you are, you're a vice
Can't get you out of my mind
I took the drug again, yeah
Not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
I've had enough again, yeah, uh
Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
I'm fuckin' over it

(Who told you you get to decide?)
(Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?)
I'm fuckin' over it

(I won't go back, that's how I feel about it) true
(Put it in my interview if you're real about it) yeah




(If I move on, then you gon' hear about it) yeah
(I feel a way and I feel real about it)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Chris Brown's song "Survive The Night" depict a person who is determined to move on from a toxic and manipulative relationship. The singer expresses a strong desire to break free from the emotional pain caused by their partner's actions. They assert their independence and self-worth, refusing to be controlled or influenced by the other person's decisions.


The chorus highlights the singer's struggle to let go. They acknowledge the addictive nature of the relationship, comparing their partner to a vice that they can't escape from. Despite knowing that it's not a healthy choice, they find themselves drawn back to their partner, unable to resist the allure.


The lyrics also reveal the singer's frustration and anger towards their partner's behavior. They mention being taken advantage of and their longing for the moment they will be strong enough to walk away and no longer be affected by their partner's love. The repetition of the line "I'm fuckin' over it" further emphasizes their determination to move on and leave the toxicity behind.


Overall, "Survive The Night" is a powerful anthem of self-empowerment and resilience in the face of a toxic relationship. It reflects the internal struggle of trying to break free from someone who manipulates and takes advantage of the singer's love and emotions.


Line by Line Meaning

I won't go back, that's how I feel about it
I refuse to return to the past, that's my strong conviction


Put it in my interview if you're real about it
If you truly mean it, then discuss it publicly in an interview


If I move on, then you gon' hear about it
If I move forward, you will become aware of it


I feel a way and I feel real about it
I have mixed emotions, and these emotions are genuine


Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night
I'm simply trying to get through this difficult time


And take my own advice
And follow my own guidance


And never love again
And never fall in love again


Toxic as you are, you're a vice
You are harmful and addictive to me


Can't get you out of my mind
I can't stop thinking about you


I took the drug again, yeah
I made the mistake of going back to you, yeah


Not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
It's not a wise choice internally, but you're the only one I have


I've had enough again, yeah, uh
I have once again reached my limit, yeah, uh


Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
Who gave you the authority to control my internal emotions?


I'm fuckin' over it
I'm completely fed up with it


I love you
I have strong feelings of affection for you


You just take advantage 'cause you know I do
You exploit me because you're aware of my love for you


I can't wait until I'm strong enough to walk away
I eagerly await the day when I have the strength to leave


I can't wait until your love don't make me feel a way
I'm impatient for the day when your love no longer affects me negatively


(Who told you you get to decide?)
(Who gave you the authority to control my decisions?)


(Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?)
(Who gave you the authority to dictate my internal emotions?)


I'm fuckin' over it
I'm completely fed up with it




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Christopher Maurice Brown

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@akshamdutt5322

"Survive The Night"

(I won't go back, that's how I feel about it)
True
(Put it in my interview if you're real about it)
Yeah
(If I move on, then you gon' hear about it)
Yeah
(I feel a way and I feel real about it)

Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night and take my own advice
And never love again
Toxic as you are, you're a vibe
Can't get you out of my mind
I took the drug again
Yeah, not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
I've had enough again, yeah, uh
Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
I'm fuckin' over it

I love you
You just take advantage 'cause you know I do
I can't wait until I'm strong enough to walk away
I can't wait until your love don't make me feel a way

Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night and take my own advice
And never love again
Toxic as you are, you're a vibe
Can't get you out of my mind
I took the drug again
Yeah, not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
I've had enough again, yeah, uh
Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
I'm fuckin' over it

(Who told you you get to decide?)
(Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?)
I'm fuckin' over it

(Oh-oh-oh, ooh)
I won't go back, that's how I feel about it
Put it in my interview if you're real about it
If I move on, then you gon' hear about it
I feel a way and I feel real about it

I love you
You just take advantage 'cause you know I do
I can't wait until I'm strong enough to walk away
I can't wait until your love don't make me feel a way

Yeah, I'm just tryna survive the night and take my own advice
And never love again
Toxic as you are, you're a vibe
Can't get you out of my mind
I took the drug again
Yeah, not a good decision inside, it's only you by my side
I've had enough again, yeah, uh
Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?
I'm fuckin' over it

(Who told you you get to decide?)
(Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feelin' inside?)
I'm fuckin' over it

(I won't go back, that's how I feel about it)
True
(Put it in my interview if you're real about it)
Yeah
(If I move on, then you gon' hear about it)
Yeah
(I feel a way and I feel real about it)
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All comments from YouTube:

@bryanfurious6100

This song is already becoming underrated, this song is too good

@boechinx8287

I hear it tho! I make music im hearing everything this song may be overlooked smh it’s great it’s 2022 and 2012 it’s crazy

@chrisbrownfan4613

Totally agree👌

@_ronn_ie

Under the influence was slept on too until a year later

@tjipo

💯

@isaiahthomas5192

Facts man😭

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@Miller1808.

"Who told you you get to decide the way I'm feeling inside, I'm fucking over it" That hits different, relatable as fuck.

@sintayoteweldemedan8329

Over it

@user-xt8xx2qy1g

I got this on repeat today...and I realized yesterday that I am the one deciding how she makes me feel inside and I still can't fight it. It's fd up

@Miller1808.

@user-xt8xx2qy1g  Been there, bro. I try to fight it one day at a time, and it's a bit easier like that. Hope you can get over it for yourself, not for her

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