I'm Alive
Electric Light Orchestra feat. Olivia Newton-John Lyrics
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I'm alive - suddenly I am here today
Seems like forever (and a day), thought I could never (feel this way)
Is this really me? I'm alive, I'm alive
I'm alive - and the dawn breaks across the sky
I'm alive - and the sun rises up so high
Lost in another world (far away), never another word (till today)
(Instrumental break)
Suddenly came the dawn (from the night), suddenly I was born (into light)
How can it be real? I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive
I'm alive - and the world shines for me today
I'm alive - suddenly I am here today
Seems like forever (and a day), thought I could never (feel this way)
Is this really me? I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive
(Instrumental break)
I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive
The lyrics to Electric Light Orchestra's song I'm Alive express the joy and wonder of being alive in the present moment. The first verse talks about the world shining for the singer, indicating that they are experiencing a newfound happiness or appreciation for their surroundings. The second verse focuses on the dawning of a new day and the rising of the sun, suggesting a feeling of renewal and hope. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm alive" several times, emphasizing the singer's sense of being present and fully engaged with life.
The instrumental break gives the listener a chance to absorb and reflect on the message of the song. Suddenly, in the third verse, the singer realizes that they have been "lost in another world" for some time, but now they are here and fully alive. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, driving home the message of being fully present in the moment.
Overall, the message of I'm Alive is one of awakening and gratitude for life. It encourages the listener to appreciate and savor the beauty of the world around them, to live in the present moment, and to embrace the sense of wonder and joy that comes with being alive.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm alive - and the world shines for me today
I am alive today and the world seems bright and beautiful to me.
I'm alive - suddenly I am here today
I am alive now and present in the moment.
Seems like forever (and a day), thought I could never (feel this way)
It feels like an incredibly long time since I've felt this way, as if it was impossible to ever feel alive like this again.
Is this really me? I'm alive, I'm alive
I am surprised and grateful that it is really me who is alive and feeling this way.
I'm alive - and the dawn breaks across the sky
I am alive and witnessing the beauty of the sunrise.
I'm alive - and the sun rises up so high
I am alive and appreciating the warmth and energy of the sun as it rises.
Lost in another world (far away), never another word (till today)
I felt lost in another world, far away from the present, and haven't felt alive like this until today.
But what can I say? I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive
I am overjoyed and want to express how alive I feel, repeating it several times.
Suddenly came the dawn (from the night), suddenly I was born (into light)
Just like the dawn breaking and the night turning to day, I was seemingly born again into the light of being alive.
How can it be real? I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive
I am almost in disbelief that it is real, but want to express and revel in the fact that I am truly alive.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JEFF LYNNE
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