Still Alive
Mirror's Edge Lyrics


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I have changed
I have changed
Just like you
Just like you

For how long
For how long
Must I wait
I know there's something wrong

Your concrete heart isn't beating
And I've tried to
Make it come alive

No shadows
Just red lights
Now I'm here to rescue you oh

Oh I'm still alive
I'm still alive
But can not apologize, no

Oh I'm still alive
I'm still alive
But can not apologize, no

So silent
No violence
But inside my head
So loud and clear

You're screaming
You're screaming
Covered up with a smile I've learned to fear

Just sunshine
And blue sky
Is this all we get
For living here

Come fire
Come fire
Let it burn and love come racing through

Oh I'm still alive
I'm still alive
But can not apologize, no

Oh I'm still alive
I'm still alive
But can not apologize, no

I've learned to lose
I've learned to win
I've turned my face against the wind

I will move fast
I will move slow
Take me where I have to go

Oh I'm still alive
I'm still alive
But can not apologize, no

Oh I'm still alive




I'm still alive
But can not apologize, no

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mirror's Edge's song "Still Alive" speak to a sense of change and transformation, both within oneself and in relation to the world around us. The repeated phrase "I have changed, just like you" suggests a universal experience of growth and evolution, while the question "For how long must I wait?" hints at a sense of impatience or frustration with the pace of progress. The singer then observes that "Your concrete heart isn't beating," perhaps recognizing a lack of emotional connection or passion in the world.


This sense of stasis and disconnection is emphasized by the description of "no shadows, just red lights," which could represent a sterile and oppressive environment. The singer then offers themselves as a rescuer, declaring that they are "still alive" and able to offer help, but without feeling the need to apologize for their strength or resilience. The second verse explores the contrast between external calm and inner turmoil, with the singer describing the loud and clear "screaming" inside their head that is hidden behind a mask of false happiness.


The final verse offers a message of resilience and determination, with the singer declaring that they have "learned to lose... and win" and will boldly move forward no matter what obstacles they encounter. The repeated refrain of "I'm still alive" becomes a mantra of hope and affirmation, suggesting that even in the face of struggle and adversity, we can find ways to keep moving forward and stay true to ourselves.


Line by Line Meaning

I have changed
I have undergone transformation


I have changed
I have undergone transformation


Just like you
In the same way as you have changed


Just like you
In the same way as you have changed


For how long
How much longer do I have to wait


For how long
How much longer do I have to wait


Must I wait
I am waiting but I sense something is wrong


I know there's something wrong
I feel that there is something amiss


Your concrete heart isn't beating
Your heart is emotionless and unresponsive


And I've tried to
I have made an attempt to


Make it come alive
Evoke some sort of emotion


No shadows
No darkness or negativity


Just red lights
Only danger ahead


Now I'm here to rescue you oh
I am here to save you


Oh I'm still alive
I am still here, despite everything


I'm still alive
I am still here, despite everything


But can not apologize, no
I cannot say sorry


Oh I'm still alive
I am still here, despite everything


I'm still alive
I am still here, despite everything


But can not apologize, no
I cannot say sorry


So silent
No noise


No violence
No physical aggression


But inside my head
Mentally, I am in turmoil


So loud and clear
It is overpowering


You're screaming
You are crying out for help


You're screaming
You are crying out for help


Covered up with a smile I've learned to fear
You are hiding your pain with a smile, which I am afraid of


Just sunshine
Only happiness and positivity


And blue sky
Nothing but clear skies


Is this all we get
Is this all that life has to offer


For living here
For being alive


Come fire
Let it burn


Come fire
Let it burn


Let it burn and love come racing through
Letting go and embracing love


I've learned to lose
I've learned to accept defeat


I've learned to win
I've learned to succeed


I've turned my face against the wind
I face challenges head-on


I will move fast
I will be quick


I will move slow
I will be slow


Take me where I have to go
Lead me to where I belong




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That's what I learned from Mirror's Edge.

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@@septiancahya I looked it up on google, thanks for showing this, it's a really cool topic to dig into and I have to admit that's how mid 2000s really felt like, glossy and green/blue

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