Rescue me
Daughtry Lyrics
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It's been decided for years
How can we pretend
That we all know just how it's gonna end
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
Lost and lonely people standing by, afraid to try
Some of them here, the same as you and I
The differences are all but left behind
So I need you now
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
Some say, it's hard to make the changes
Rescue me and I'll never be the same
Rescue me in the middle of my darkest hour
Time will tell I never really had the power
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
I say, it's time to rescue me
We gotta get out, how foolish I would feel
To say it's all been a waste of time
We may lose and we may win
But like the sun, we will rise again
But until then
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
Some say, it's hard to make the changes
Rescue me and I'll never be the same
Rescue me in the middle of my darkest hour
Time will tell I never really had the power
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
I say, it's time to rescue me
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
“Rescue Me” by Daughtry is a song that speaks about rescue amidst difficulties, and the need for someone to hold and help. The opening lyrics describe how their story is old and already set, as if entirely predicted. Despite it, the singer affirms that the end is not something everyone knows, still, the need for help remains constant. The chorus of the song repeats the plea for rescue in the middle of the ocean. The metaphorical use of drowning and suffocation symbolizes the overwhelming impact of troubles that immobilize and devitalize us. Some people give up quickly in such situations, but the singer calls out to be rescued rather than succumbing to such thoughts.
The next verse continues the theme of helplessness, describing people who are afraid to try, despite being in the same situation as the singer. The only difference is that the singer has left their differences behind and wants to be pulled out of the mess before it's too late. The intensity of the song continues as the second chorus follows. The singer hopes to never be the same again, implying that he needs to be rescued to change his life trajectory. The last verse describes the uncertainty of life and the need for support during one’s darkest hours. The singer confesses how powerless he feels, and how time will determine their fate. However, there is still faith that rescue is possible, and the song ends on this note.
Line by Line Meaning
Our story's old, older than the wind
Our situation has existed for a very long time
It's been decided for years
Our fate has been determined and has remained unchanged for a long period
How can we pretend
We cannot ignore the reality of our situation
That we all know just how it's gonna end
We have a clear picture of our eventual outcome
Lost and lonely people standing by, afraid to try
Others are in the same situation as us and lack the courage to take action
Some of them here, the same as you and I
Others are present who are just like us
The differences are all but left behind
Our differences hardly matter in this situation
So I need you now
I require your assistance presently
We gotta get out, how foolish I would feel
We need to escape our current circumstance, or we will regret not taking action later
To say it's all been a waste of time
We do not want to feel like our efforts have been for nothing
We may lose and we may win
Success is not guaranteed, but we are willing to take the risk
But like the sun, we will rise again
Even if we fail, we will eventually recover
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
I require assistance during times of intense struggle or distress
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
My situation is overwhelming and suffocating
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
Some people believe that it is simpler to abandon hope and surrender to circumstances
I say, it's time to rescue me
I am requesting that somebody offer help and support to me
Rescue me in the middle of my darkest hour
I require assistance during the most challenging moments of my life
Time will tell I never really had the power
Only time will reveal that I was incapable of resolving my situation alone
Rescue me and I'll never be the same
I believe that with help, I can overcome my difficulties and improve my life
Some say, it's hard to make the changes
Some people believe that making changes is difficult
I say, it's time to rescue me
I am asking that someone intervenes and supports me in making the necessary changes
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER A. DAUGHTRY, JOSHUA EARL STEELY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Thank You So Very Much
Our story's old, older than the wind
It's been decided for years
How can we pretend
That we all know just how it's gonna end
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
I say, it's time to rescue me
Lost and lonely people standing by, afraid to try
Some of them here, the same as you and I
The differences are all but left behind
So I need you now
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
Some say, it's hard to make the changes
Rescue me and I'll never be the same
Rescue me in the middle of my darkest hour
Time will tell I never really had the power
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
I say, it's time to rescue me
We gotta get out, how foolish I would feel
To say it's all been a waste of time
We may lose and we may win
But like the sun, we will rise again
But until then
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Crashing down, it's always hard to breathe
Some say, it's hard to make the changes
Rescue me and I'll never be the same
Rescue me in the middle of my darkest hour
Time will tell I never really had the power
Some say, it's easier to give up on it
I say, it's time to rescue me
Rescue me in the middle of the ocean
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: Christopher A. Daughtry / Joshua Earl Steely
Suleyman mirzazade
Повесть о нас длится много лет.
Лишь небо знает весь её сюжет,
Финал счастливым будет, или нет.
Спаси меня!
В пучине океана
Я тону, и нечем мне дышать.
Пусть скажут: лучше сдаться, он тебе не нужен, но не верь им!.
Прошу, скорей спаси меня!
Можно в одиночестве стоять, рискнуть боясь.
Шаг сделать сложно – знаем ты и я.
Но разве можешь бросить ты меня?
Ты мне так нужна...
stacedidit2010
Old or new Daughtry never disappoints 🥰😍
Improviso de Craque
Com certeza essa música está no top 3 da banda e entre as melhores românticas do Pop Rock moderno.
Mark Saadeh
Daughtry is keeping the 80s alive with his timeless music
Kristen Ann
Love all of Daughtrys songs 🥰❤️❤️❤️
Mario Dee
DAUGHTRY SONGS ALWAYS GETS ON MY HEART !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Subhra Kamal Bhunia
@J O after me LoL
Vera Waty
@Subhra Kamal Bhunia co
Menchie Bueno
Exactly
NoahLuvsKittenz21
So true! Reminds me of me and my girl.
EL HECHIZO DE BLUEMOON
I don't get tired of listening to this song. Great theme and amazing chris voice as always. He has me crazy listening to the song over and over again.