Still Breathing
Nerv Lyrics


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Still breathing and I can't escape the way that you feel
Holding onto something I don't even know is real

Fighting off the alcohol
Feeling like I'll never win at all
Holding onto you, girl
I'm onto you now (I'm onto you now)
Pressure weighing down my chest now
Running through my head 'til I'm a mess
Holding onto you, girl
I'm onto you now (I'm onto you now)
(How the hell am I)

Still breathing and I can't escape the way that you feel
Holding onto something I don't even know is real
Still breathing (still breathing), still breathing
Still holding out, holding out for hope
'Cause all I ever do is end up alone

I've got to get you off my chest
'Cause I'm sick, but I know you're the only fix
I'm holding onto your ghost
I'll never let go (I'll never let go)

I'm never strong when I need to be
Fading with anxiety
This pain won't fade if we don't change

Still breathing and I can't escape the way that you feel
Holding onto something I don't even know is real
Still breathing (still breathing), still breathing
Still holding out, holding out for hope
'Cause all I ever do is end up alone

Fighting off the alcohol
Feeling like I'll never win at all
Holding onto you, girl
I'm onto you now (I'm onto you now)
Fighting off the alcohol
Feeling like I'll never win at all
Holding onto you, girl
I'm onto you now (I'm onto you now)

Still breathing and I can't escape the way that you feel
Holding onto something I don't even know is real
Still breathing (still breathing), still breathing
Still holding out, holding out for hope
'Cause all I ever do is end up alone

Still breathing and I can't escape the way that you feel
Holding onto something I don't even know is real
Still breathing (still breathing), still breathing (still breathing)




Still holding out, holding out for hope
'Cause all I ever do is end up alone

Overall Meaning

The “Still Breathing” lyrics by Nerv bring out the feelings of a person struggling with a toxic and dysfunctional relationship. The person is fighting against the overwhelming influence that their partner has on them, even though they are aware it is not real. The lyrics talk about the alcohol being another factor that contributes to the singer's turmoil.


The repeated phrase “still breathing” emphasizes how the singer is trying to hold onto hope and stay strong despite everything they're going through. They are aware that they need to let go of their partner, but they have become so attached that it's hard to do so. The lyrics also underline the singer's lack of control and his need to make a change.


As the song progresses, the singer's emotions become more intense, and they continue to hold onto their partner even though they know they need to let go. The lyrics depict how the singer struggles with anxiety, fading strength, and emotional pain, which makes them feel powerless. The overall message of the song encourages people to let go of toxic and dysfunctional relationships and prioritize their emotional well-being.


Line by Line Meaning

Still breathing and I can't escape the way that you feel
Even though I am still alive, I can't ignore or avoid the emotions that you bring out in me


Holding onto something I don't even know is real
I am grasping onto a feeling or a connection that may not be genuine or even exist at all


Fighting off the alcohol
I am struggling to resist the urge to drown my problems with alcohol


Feeling like I'll never win at all
I have a sense of hopelessness and defeat, like I can never come out on top


Holding onto you, girl, I'm onto you now (I'm onto you now)
I am aware of your influence on me and I am determined to figure you out


Pressure weighing down my chest now
I feel an intense heaviness or burden causing me physical distress


Running through my head 'til I'm a mess
Thoughts of you and our situation consume me to the point of mental chaos


Still holding out, holding out for hope
Even though things seem bleak, I am stubbornly holding onto the possibility of things getting better


'Cause all I ever do is end up alone
Despite my efforts, I always seem to end up without real connection or companionship


I've got to get you off my chest
I need to let go of you and move on from the hold you have over me


'Cause I'm sick, but I know you're the only fix
Even though I recognize that this is not a healthy situation, you are the only thing that makes me feel better


I'm holding onto your ghost, I'll never let go (I'll never let go)
I can't seem to move on from the memory of you, even though you are gone


I'm never strong when I need to be
I always falter or break under pressure or difficult circumstances


Fading with anxiety
My anxiety is slowly wearing me down and causing me to lose myself


This pain won't fade if we don't change
If we continue with the status quo, the pain and discomfort will not lessen




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@WeAreNerv

We are FINALLY BACK!!! Hope you guys like it!! 🤠 This is the long awaited third single off our upcoming debut album. Did you miss our single 'Bad Nature'? Check it out right here! https://youtu.be/eD8GrusZCDA

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@justinmarshall1043

Bands like these should be and need to be heard more
This band to me and imo is unique and a breath of fresh air to me. So much talent hope they get more recognition

@BVTV

Honestly probably the greatest thing I’ve heard in the last few minutes.

@potluck86

I literally can't even handle this band, it's like there is a bar they always top. Definitely gonna look out for the album drop.

@WeAreNerv

Thank you so much! More new music is coming next month and the rest of the album soon after! :)

@Saphirav3

you guys are the reason I met and married my now wife and have a son. you guys are my favorite band. Awesome music as always. find myself singing at work listening to your music every day.

@WeAreNerv

That is sooooo awesome to hear! So, so glad we were able to make any sort of positive impact. How did you guys meet?! 🙂

@Saphirav3

@@WeAreNerv We met online at the start. So I spent time learning your song Bad Habits. When we had our first date I played it for her. The kicker to the whole story is we got an iguana some time after and we went to pick up an enclosure. Little did I know we stepped into one of your band members mother house. I saw the pic and freaked out. She was so nice and gave us NERV Tshirts and added us on Facebook. I got lucky our life has had random encounters that keep NERV apart of our lives. Infact she was the one who sent us the link to this song the moment it released. We listened to this when we saw it and remembered the day we met. Thank you guys =D best band ever.

@GalacticPegasus.BF2

@@Saphirav3 🤗😍

@austin_monstruo2529

You know who I've been holding onto? Nerv.

So happy we're all still blessed with more perfection 🙏

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