I'm Alive
E.L.O. & Olvia Newton-John Lyrics


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Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Hands in the air
Put ya hands in the air, yeah
Move if you dare
Don't ever be scared
Don't show em ya fear, yeah
Fight through da tears
Look at the chains, Just Look at the chains
It's a Spiritual thang
Don't be ashamed
To call on his name (Yaweh) This not a game
Im with the gang
Made an exchange, watch how we bang yeah
They shattered his veins, he had to hang
Just to clean dirt off my name
That's so insane
The Love on display, the reason im living today
Thoughts on replay
I cannot repay, What he did on that day
I should be dead but im not
Chance after chance i done got
Let it play no rewind
I thank God im alive
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Alpha, omega, the master, my savior, will save me, from disaster
Im more than, able, to break all, these cages, that try to keep
Me boxed in, an angle, sky high, freedom
Blessed up, im breathing, glowed up, im beamin, win win, streakin, big faith, Stephen Acts 6, Read it, believe it, Israel it's a new season
Haters on deck tryna see-me-drown
You can aim at my heart but-ima-keep-the-crown
On my MJ White never back down
Demons tryna grip me up but ima shut it down Uncut
ima go a thou
Bouta run it up, til im in the ground
Don't believe in luck, made a come up
From where i been to, where im headin now
Tryna live it up, so when the trumpet sound
I get caught up, beyond the clouds, is my lifestyle
I should be dead but im not
Chance after chance i done got
Let it play no rewind
I thank God im alive
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive
Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side
Im alive, im alive
I thank God im Alive




Im alive im alive
Angels all on my side

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to E.L.O. & Olivia Newton-John's song "I'm Alive" celebrate gratitude for life and acknowledge the presence of spiritual support. The repetition of "I'm alive" emphasizes a sense of appreciation for being alive and attributes this gratitude to a higher power, as indicated by the line "I thank God I'm alive." The repeated reference to angels on one's side suggests a belief in divine protection and guidance.


The lyrics then shift to a more confident and empowering tone, encouraging listeners to raise their hands and not be afraid. The phrase "Fight through da tears" conveys the idea of facing challenges with determination and courage. The mention of chains and the subsequent reference to breaking free from them symbolize overcoming obstacles and limitations.


The lyrics also touch upon a personal transformation or redemption, with lines such as "Made an exchange, watch how we bang." This suggests a change in lifestyle or mindset, possibly resulting from a spiritual awakening. The mention of someone having to hang to clean dirt off the singer's name is intriguing, possibly alluding to sacrifice or someone taking blame for the singer's past actions.


There's a strong emphasis on faith and the power of belief. The line "To call on his name (Yahweh), this is not a game" reinforces the idea that the singer relies on their faith in difficult times. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude for the love shown on a significant day and highlight the singer's awareness that their continued existence defies odds or expectations.


The latter half of the lyrics incorporate biblical references and affirmations of strength and resilience. Phrases such as "Alpha, omega, the master, my savior" emphasize the singer's reliance on a higher power. The lyrics also touch upon overcoming challenges, shutting down negativity, and striving for personal growth and success. The mention of demons trying to grip the singer, but their determination to keep the crown, signifies a refusal to be defeated by obstacles.


Overall, the lyrics of "I'm Alive" express a profound sense of gratitude for life, acknowledge divine support, and emphasize resilience in the face of adversity. They encourage listeners to be fearless, believe in their own strength, and find hope in challenging circumstances.


Line by Line Meaning

Im alive, im alive
I am grateful and appreciative to be alive


I thank God im Alive
I express my gratitude to God for giving me life


Angels all on my side
I feel protected and guided by spiritual beings


Hands in the air
Raising my hands in celebration and surrender


Put ya hands in the air, yeah
Encouraging others to join in the celebration


Move if you dare
Challenging others to take risks and step out of their comfort zones


Don't ever be scared
Advising not to let fear hold you back


Don't show em ya fear, yeah
Urging not to display vulnerability or fear to others


Fight through da tears
Persisting and finding strength in difficult times


Look at the chains, Just Look at the chains
Observing the limitations and restrictions in life


It's a Spiritual thang
Recognizing the significance of spirituality in overcoming obstacles


Don't be ashamed
Encouraging not to feel embarrassed or guilty


To call on his name (Yaweh) This not a game
Referring to calling on God for support and emphasizing the seriousness of the situation


Im with the gang
Being part of a supportive community or group


Made an exchange, watch how we bang yeah
Transforming and making an impact on the world


They shattered his veins, he had to hang
Referring to the sacrifice and suffering of Jesus on the cross


Just to clean dirt off my name
Highlighting the redemption and forgiveness provided by faith


That's so insane
Expressing disbelief and astonishment at the extent of forgiveness


The Love on display, the reason im living today
Recognizing the love of God as the reason for existence


Thoughts on replay
Recurring thoughts and reflections on past experiences


I cannot repay, What he did on that day
Acknowledging that it is impossible to fully repay God's sacrifice


I should be dead but im not
Recognizing the grace and second chances in life


Chance after chance i done got
Having received multiple opportunities for redemption


Let it play no rewind
Embracing the present and not dwelling on the past


Alpha, omega, the master, my savior, will save me, from disaster
Describing God as the ultimate source of salvation and protection


Im more than, able, to break all, these cages, that try to keep Me boxed in
Believing in one's ability to overcome restrictions and limitations


An angle, sky high, freedom
Feeling a sense of liberation and elevation


Blessed up, im breathing, glowed up, im beamin, win win, streakin, big faith, Stephen Acts 6, Read it, believe it, Israel it's a new season
Expressing gratitude for blessings and emphasizing the importance of faith


Haters on deck tryna see-me-drown
Acknowledging the presence of negative forces trying to bring one down


You can aim at my heart but-ima-keep-the-crown
Remaining resilient and maintaining one's position of strength


On my MJ White never back down
Referencing Michael Jordan's determination and refusal to give up


Demons tryna grip me up but ima shut it down Uncut
Defeating personal demons and refusing to let them take control


ima go a thou
Determined to achieve great success


Bouta run it up, til im in the ground
Continuing to strive for success until the end


Don't believe in luck, made a come up
Rejecting the concept of luck and attributing success to hard work


From where i been to, where im headin now
Reflecting on personal growth and the direction of life


Tryna live it up, so when the trumpet sound
Seeking to make the most out of life, anticipating the end


I get caught up, beyond the clouds, is my lifestyle
Imagining a heavenly existence beyond earthly limitations




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: George Johnson Jr.

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Comments from YouTube:

Jean C

The older I get, the louder I want to celebrate this song!

Mark J

Movies like Xanadu don't get made anymore. You can't capture lightning in a bottle again like this, with the talent of Gene Kelly, ONJ and ELO all together. The script and production woes couldn't hold them back. The music especially is instant time machine back to being a little boy in the early 80's and hearing it for the first time. Have to believe this is magic...

Tommy Tucker

Me too, was 10 in 1980. Very different time...

butterfly 75

I was 5 and I ABSOLUTELY ADORED IT!!!

You don't know me

This movie makes me want to make something beautiful that brings joy and fun into the world. I want to open a kick ass health spa and a farm that produces health food. This movie also makes me want to learn to really dance. Guys like me WERE meant to dream!

Oceana

It got bad reviews and I dont know why. It was magical.

HarkWhoGoesThere

So true Mark! Definitely "Magic." 😉

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Adam Piekarczyk

Fantastic

William Kolstad

One of the musical films that actually played all the songs on the soundtrack.

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Except for Fool Country and Drum Dreams.

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