Cry For Help
Daughtry Lyrics
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Just surviving
Reaching for the truth
Such a longing
The distance driving
The nail straight through
Ooh, ooh
The world's getting heavy
Ooh, ooh
When you can't hold the weight
Any longer
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay, yeah
To cry for help
In the still
Of the darkness
The light shines through
Shows the sorrow
And the burden
Inside you
Ooh, ooh
Just try to hold steady
The world's getting heavy
Ooh, ooh
When you can't hold the weight
Any longer
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay, yeah
To cry for help
There's no telling
If these walls could talk
What they'd say
Yeah, they've seen it all
The best in me
And where it all went wrong
At the bottom
Just surviving
Reaching for the truth
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay
Cry for help
Ooh, ooh
Cry like rain
Cry like hell
Ooh, ooh
Cry like rain
The lyrics of Daughtry's song "Cry For Help" depict a sense of desperation and longing for relief from the burdens and struggles of life. The opening lines "At the bottom, just surviving, reaching for the truth, such a longing" convey a feeling of being at the lowest point, barely scraping by, while still searching for a sense of purpose or clarity. The phrase "The distance driving the nail straight through" suggests that the challenges are mounting and driving them further into despair.
The chorus addresses the idea of asking for help when the weight becomes too heavy to bear. "Cry for help, cry like rain, let it fall down your face, let the dam break" encourages the listener to release their emotions and pain, to allow themselves to be vulnerable and seek support. The imagery of crying like rain and letting the dam break symbolizes the need to let go of emotions and allow the tears and emotions to flow freely as a way of finding solace and catharsis.
The second verse describes finding solace in the stillness and darkness, where the light shines through to reveal the sorrow and burden within. The lines "Just try to hold steady, the world's getting heavy" reiterate the idea that life's challenges are becoming overwhelming, but it's important to try and stay strong. The chorus repeats the message that it is okay to ask for help when the weight becomes unbearable.
The bridge of the song points to a sense of vulnerability and the desire for someone to listen and understand. It suggests that if the walls could talk, they would reveal the highs and lows, exposing both the best and worst parts of oneself. This further emphasizes the importance of reaching out and seeking support when needed.
In conclusion, Daughtry's "Cry For Help" delves into the depths of human struggle and encourages individuals to acknowledge their pain and seek comfort through reaching out to others for support. The lyrics convey a sense of understanding and empathy, assuring the listener that it is okay to express their emotions and ask for assistance when life becomes overwhelming.
Line by Line Meaning
At the bottom
Feeling helpless and defeated
Just surviving
Barely managing to get by
Reaching for the truth
Seeking understanding and clarity
Such a longing
A deep and intense desire
The distance driving
The emotional separation causing pain
The nail straight through
Feeling stabbed and hurt deeply
Ooh, ooh
Expressing emotional distress
Just try to hold steady
Attempting to remain strong
The world's getting heavy
The weight of the world is overwhelming
When you can't hold the weight
When the burden becomes too much to bear
Any longer
For an extended period of time
Cry for help
Seeking assistance and support
Cry like rain
Letting emotions pour out like rainfall
Let it fall down your face
Allowing tears to flow freely
Let the dam break
Releasing pent-up emotions
Ease the pain
Relieving the emotional anguish
In the still
In the quiet and calm
Of the darkness
During times of sadness and despair
The light shines through
Hope and positivity emerge
Shows the sorrow
Reveals the depth of sadness
And the burden
The weight of emotional struggles
Inside you
Within one's own being
There's no telling
It is uncertain
If these walls could talk
If the walls could express what they have witnessed
What they'd say
The stories and experiences they would share
Yeah, they've seen it all
They have observed everything
The best in me
The positive aspects of oneself
And where it all went wrong
The point at which things started to decline
To cry for help
To express a need for assistance
Cry like hell
Crying intensely and passionately
Lyrics Β© REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Daughtry, Martin Frederiksen, Scott Christopher Stevens
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Once I Stay
At the bottom
Just surviving
Reaching for the truth
Such a longing
The distance driving
The nail straight through
Ooh, ooh
Just try to hold steady
The world's getting heavy
Ooh, ooh
When you can't hold the weight
Any longer
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay yeah
To cry for help
In the still
Of the darkness
The light shines through
Shows the sorrow
And the burden
Inside you
Ooh, ooh
Just try to hold steady
The world's getting heavy
Ooh, ooh
When you can't hold the weight
Any longer
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay yeah
To cry for help
There's no telling
If these walls could talk
What they'd say
Yeah they've seen it all
The best in me
And where it all went wrong
At the bottom
Just surviving
Reaching for the truth
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay
Cry for help
Ooh, ooh
Cry like rain
Cry like hell
Ooh, ooh
Cry like rain
Lady Devildog
"Cry For Help"
At the bottom
Just surviving
Reaching for the truth
Such a longing
The distance driving
The nail straight through
Ooh, ooh
Just try to hold steady
The world's getting heavy
Ooh, ooh
When you can't hold the weight
Any longer
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay yeah
To cry for help
In the still
Of the darkness
The light shines through
Shows the sorrow
And the burden
Inside you
Ooh, ooh
Just try to hold steady
The world's getting heavy
Ooh, ooh
When you can't hold the weight
Any longer
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay yeah
To cry for help
There's no telling
If these walls could talk
What they'd say
Yeah they've seen it all
The best in me
And where it all went wrong
At the bottom
Just surviving
Reaching for the truth
Cry for help
Cry like rain
Let it fall down your face
Let the dam break
Cry for help
Ease the pain
When you can't hold the weight
It's okay
Cry for help
Ooh, ooh
Cry like rain
Cry like hell
Ooh, ooh
Cry like rain
High Octane
I felt this in my bones. Within the past few days I was already on the brink of making a permanent ending and within 12 hours found out my brother had passed away at 27. At that moment and after 14 years of trying to deal with cptsd on my own...I went to the hospital to get help. I was starting to question if I even did the best thing...but this song...thanks for the confirmation. I think you have a sixth sense or something. Thanks for this song guys.
Carrie Ann Sutphin
Hang in there, I know you don't know me but I'm keeping you in my prayers.
DowntownChewingGumBums 39
RK life is precious. Live. My condolences about your brother. 27 is much too young but I doubt he would want you to not live. God knows our pain. He is the Comforter. Lean on Him. π
7_am_coffee
Proud of you. Really proud. Happy youβre here.
Chrys Collins
R K, Life has been difficult all around. Sorry for your loss. I think the pandemic has really brought out my anxiety and panic but reminding myself that the best has not come yet helps get me by. Try and stay strong. You're not alone.
Butterfly-Pax
Sorry for your loss, just know that you are not alone. Music is therapy. Stay strong βοΈ
Lycole Schmidt
This song gets me thru all the tough days. When I need a good cry, I put this on as a reminder that it's ok to cry and need a minute. The entire album is absolutely incredible! I love every track!
Kidd_Panda
This song literally saved my life I was so close to just ending it all but after finding this song and listening to it all night on repeat when I couldn't sleep that night I got up the following morning and reached out for help and now hopefully things will start to get better soon.
So I wanna say a massive thank to Daughtry for this song π
mcrow5
You got this! I'm so glad you didn't end your life! Music definitely helps mental health. I hope you survive, and I hope you get the help you need π
Sandra Reis
You're beautiful inside, you're brave. You should always cry for help if needed