collective musical talents to the service and salvation of others.Mark Ambrose, and Steve Shannon
played together for several years in the Christian band "Sojourn", and it was herein the seeds were
planted for Idle Cure. In 1986, Idle Cure launched their initial self titled album on the then fledgling
label Frontline Records. The response was both remarkable, and immediate. "Breakaway was a
runaway hit on major Christian Rock radio stations, and "Take It" was a number 1 ballad almost
nationwide. In spite of the fact that the band never did any major tours, the radio success on
several fronts created a steady sub-culture of fans in the industry. Idle Cure went on to produce
five studio projects, and a compilation disc. Each release is superlative, and by many accounts
the band simply got better with every effort. Idle Cure now enjoys the status of being perhaps one
of the finest bands of the many who have tread similar waters.
Come Alive
Idle Cure Lyrics
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Heat is on - what will you do?
It's nothing new
You say you're alone
It's no wonder, you push it to the end
Back on your knees again
No - it's another show
I've seen it all before
You say you're running - you're fighting
The pressure's pulling you down
Come alive, come alive
Got to keep it alive
Fighting for your life, running from a lie
Searching for freedom
You say it's different this time
C'mon, I'm no fool
Long nights, lost dreams, playing the game
To come alive it's not the same
When will it end? - Where will you go?
Falling in love - I know
It's either hot or cold
Tell me why - can't you see
He'll set you free
Come alive, come alive
Got to keep it alive
I told you no - give me some time
I'll face it for myself
I'll get through, I always do
With nobody's help
You're crying - you say you're lonely
Denying the One and only
I'll say it again come alive
Come alive, come alive
Got to keep it alive
Don't stop movie' - you got to keep it alive
It's on the line - no more time
Take a stand, make a plan
You know what to do
One thing left to do
You got to keep it alive
The lyrics to Idle Cure's song Come Alive seem to be a message of encouragement to someone who’s struggling in life. The lyrics ask the listener, “What will you do?” as the heat rises and the temperature increases. The song’s verses seem to be telling the listener that they’ve been in this kind of situation before and that they always end up on their knees again. The song seems to suggest that it’s important in these moments to “Come alive, come alive. Got to keep it alive.”
The lyrics also seem to be talking about the importance of faith in a higher power to help get through tough times. It seems to suggest that faith in this higher power can help people find the freedom they crave and that it’s different and better than anything else they may rely on. The song also mentions the idea of love and that it’s either hot or cold. It suggests that opening up to this love will help the listener come alive.
The chorus continues to repeat the phrase, “Come alive, come alive. Got to keep it alive.” This seems to be the main message and theme of the song. The lyrics are encouraging the listener to come alive and keep going despite the difficulties they may be facing. The song seems to end on a positive note, telling the listener that they know what to do and that they’ve got to keep it alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Temperature's rising
The situation is becoming more intense and challenging.
Heat is on - what will you do?
The pressure is building, how will you handle it?
It's nothing new
This is a familiar circumstance.
You say you're alone
You claim to be by yourself in this struggle.
It's no wonder, you push it to the end
It's unsurprising that you find yourself close to failing, as you always test your limits.
Back on your knees again
You find yourself in a desperate situation, leading you to beg or plead for help.
No - it's another show
This isn't a new experience, it's a recurring problem or challenge.
I've seen it all before
I have experience with this issue, and am familiar with the outcome.
You say you're running - you're fighting
You claim to be exerting effort and fighting for your cause.
The pressure's pulling you down
The weight of the challenge is causing you to struggle or fail.
Come alive, come alive
Revive or awaken to new life or energy.
Got to keep it alive
Need to continue breathing life into the situation.
Fighting for your life, running from a lie
Struggling for survival, fleeing from falsehood.
Searching for freedom
Longing for liberation or deliverance from affliction.
You say it's different this time
You believe that it is distinct from previous circumstances.
C'mon, I'm no fool
Don't attempt to deceive me, I am wise to your tactics.
Long nights, lost dreams, playing the game
Enduring great hardship, missed opportunities, while participating in an ongoing struggle or challenge.
To come alive it's not the same
Gaining new energy, hope, or life requires doing something different than before.
When will it end? - Where will you go?
Wondering when or where relief or resolution will come.
Falling in love - I know
Experiencing a strong emotional attachment, I understand.
It's either hot or cold
The situation can either be favorable or unfavorable, with no in-between.
Tell me why - can't you see
Please explain to me why you are unable to perceive the truth.
He'll set you free
God will provide liberation, freedom or deliverance.
I told you no - give me some time
I declined your request, but given time I may reevaluate my decision.
I'll face it for myself
I will confront and overcome the situation alone.
I'll get through, I always do
I will prevail and come out the other side, as I have in the past.
With nobody's help
Succeeding in this endeavor without anyone's assistance.
You're crying - you say you're lonely
You are weeping, claiming to be desolate or abandoned.
Denying the One and only
Refusing the one true source of comfort or peace.
I'll say it again come alive
Once more, I urge you to reawaken to new life or energy.
Don't stop movie' - you got to keep it alive
Don't pause or give up, continue to bring energy to the situation.
It's on the line - no more time
The situation is on the edge, with no more leeway or wiggle-room.
Take a stand, make a plan
Stand firmly and resolutely in what you believe, and devise a coherent strategy.
You know what to do
You are aware of the steps you must take.
One thing left to do
Only a single task or goal remains.
You got to keep it alive
You must continue instilling vitality and energy into the situation.
Contributed by Tyler O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.