Keeping Me Alive
Corey Harper Lyrics
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what you would look like
if you could be here today
would you smile in that pretty voice
still make all the boys wanna be in my place
would you laugh at all my jokes
let me hide under your coat
and let me know its all ok
it's been a long hard seven years
and i've cried so many tears
by myself alone at midnight
and i've had a long dam time to grow
and oh the places i'll go
with you and this song keeping me alive
so can you tell me what its like
can you fly
and tell jesus i said hi
been awhile since i read his book
and deep down i know i should
but most nights im to drunk to try
can you take away the bottle
and pray for my arrival
when i meet you in the sky
yeah its been a long hard seven years
and i've cried so many tears
by myself alone at midnight
and i've had a long dam time to grow
and oh the places i'll go
with you and this song keeping me alive
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but i'll sing hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah tonight
yeah i'll sing hallelujah, hallelujah hallelujah tonight
hallelujah, hallelujah hallelujah tonight
its been a long hard seven years
and i've cried so many tears
by myself alone at midnight
and i've had a long dam time to grow
and oh the places i'll go
with you and this song keeping me alive
hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah tonight
The song "Keeping Me Alive" by Corey Harper seems to be a reflection on a loved one who has passed away. The singer is wondering what their loved one would be like if they were still alive today. They long for the comfort and love they provided, wondering if they would still make all the boys want to be in their place. The singer is also struggling with addiction and turns to their loved one for guidance. They ask if they can "take away the bottle" and pray for their arrival when they meet in the sky, indicating a belief in an afterlife. Overall, the singer finds comfort and strength in the memories of their loved one and the power of music.
Line by Line Meaning
oh i've been wondering
I have been curious and pondering
what you would look like
What would be your appearance?
if you could be here today
If only you could be here with me now
would you smile in that pretty voice
Would you have a pleasant smile and a beautiful voice?
still make all the boys wanna be in my place
You will make all the guys feel jealous of me
would you laugh at all my jokes
Would you find my jokes amusing and funny?
let me hide under your coat
Can I take cover hiding under your jacket?
and let me know its all ok
Let me know everything is alright
it's been a long hard seven years
It has been a tumultuous 7 years.
and i've cried so many tears
I have shed countless tears
by myself alone at midnight
All by myself in the middle of the night
and i've had a long dam time to grow
I have had an entire lifetime to grow and learn
and oh the places i'll go
The endless possibilities that lie ahead of me.
with you and this song keeping me alive
You and this melody are keeping me alive through my struggles.
so can you tell me what its like
Can you describe for me what it's like?
can you fly
Can you soar above and beyond?
and tell jesus i said hi
Say hello to Jesus for me
been awhile since i read his book
It has been a long time since I last read the Bible
and deep down i know i should
I am aware that I should read the book more often.
but most nights im too drunk to try
But most nights, I am too inebriated to do so.
can you take away the bottle
Can you take away the drink from me?
and pray for my arrival
Please pray for me to arrive safely.
when i meet you in the sky
When I meet you in the afterlife
yeah its been a long hard seven years
Indeed, it has been a difficult and trying 7 years.
and i've cried so many tears
I have wept so many tears.
with you and this song keeping me alive
You and this song are pushing me to keep going alive.
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but i'll sing hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah tonight
However, I will sing praises and gratitude, tonight.
hallelujah, hallelujah hallelujah tonight
Praises, gratitude, and appreciation tonight.
Contributed by Eliana E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Knoblauch
I'm really sorry for your loss
but this song and video are so powerful, I'm sure it will help thousands of others
Stanfc S.
Found this song on spotify and fell in love
cianni smith
Artice S. I found it on Spotify to and I love it I don't even like country music
Fiona
This is so sad. I hope you're doing great, Corey. Keep singing this song and living to honour her memory. Much love ❤️
Rachel S
this song is so damn meaningful and I'm in love with your music
Mariluz Solorzano
God is into your song, that was so great, i love your song!!!
Adelma Alvarez
Such a beautiful song. I lost a cousin a little over a month ago so this song really touched my heart. I cried but I also smiled because of the beautiful lyrics. Thank you for sharing this meaningful song. Stay up, Corey. Sending you lots of love and positive thoughts ❤️
Michelle Martinez
This song really gets to me. Very beautiful and heartfelt.
Absolutely love it.
wonkie
awe man i really pray for you i hope that God will lead you on the right path and that he may heal your heart with his healing hands, that line about reading the bible really hit me hard i know that feeling, i will keep you in my prayers and when they ask for prayer request ill mention you
Cassandra Rodriguez
I got the chance to see you open up for Justin in Portland and man your so talented! I have no doubt your going to blow up keep it up your amazing! 😭🙌🏼