(1) Otherwise is a h… Read Full Bio ↴There are more than one artist under this name.
(1) Otherwise is a hard rock band from Las Vegas, Nevada. They have produced three albums : "True Love Never Dies" (2012), "Peace at All Costs" (2014), and "Sleeping Lions" (2017), and an EP : "Some Kind of Alchemy" (2009).
(2) Otherwise was a post-hardcore band from the UK who had a string of releases in the early 2000s on the Firefly Recordings label. This included the full-length album "Dark Adapted Eye" (2002)
Don't Be Afraid
Otherwise Lyrics
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Your dreams lost in apathy
Stalled out, you can barely breathe
Don’t try to hide your feelings
So close yet miles away from me
One taste is all I really need
I tried to give you everything it takes,
Girl, don’t be afraid, there’s nothing we won’t do
Your fears will fade, I’ll kill ’em all for you
And even if the world comes down on you
Don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through
’Cause I’ll burn it down for you!
I keep holding on for you
There’s only so much I can do
I wish I could be your Superman
Your only hero
Girl, don’t be afraid, there’s nothing we won’t do
Your fears will fade, I’ll kill ’em all for you
And even if the world comes down on you
Don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through
’Cause I’ll burn it down!
I keep holding on for you
There’s only so much I can do
I wish you could see
Girl, don’t be afraid, there’s nothing we can’t do
Your fears will fade, I’ll kill ’em all for you
And even if the world comes down on you
Don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through
’Cause I’ll burn it down for you!
I’ll burn it down for you!
Yeah, that’s right!
I’ll burn it down for you!
The lyrics of Otherwise's song Don't Be Afraid offer a message of hope and reassurance to someone struggling with apathy and fear. The opening lines paint a picture of a person who feels stalled and disconnected from their dreams and desires, and who is struggling to catch their breath. The lyrics encourage this person to be open about their feelings and to trust in the support and love of those around them.
The chorus of the song reinforces this message of support and strength, with the singer promising to do whatever it takes to help the person overcome their fears and find their way back to a place of hope and purpose. The repeated refrain of "don't be afraid" serves as a rallying cry, an affirmation that the person is not alone and that there is always hope for a brighter future. The song's use of imagery (such as the reference to Superman and heroism) adds an additional layer of emotional depth and power to the overall message.
Overall, the lyrics of Don't Be Afraid offer a powerful testament to the importance of connection and support in times of difficulty, and offer a message of hope and reassurance to anyone struggling to find their way forward in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Heartbeats slow with atrophy
Your heart is slowing down due to decay or inactivity.
Your dreams lost in apathy
You have lost interest and enthusiasm for life goals.
Stalled out, you can barely breathe
You feel like you're stuck and can hardly keep going.
Don’t try to hide your feelings
Don't conceal your emotions or struggles.
So close yet miles away from me
Despite being physically close, an emotional distance separates us.
One taste is all I really need
All I need is a chance, an opportunity to show how much I care.
I tried to give you everything it takes
I have made every effort to provide what you need.
I hope we make it
I am optimistic about our future together.
Girl, don’t be afraid, there’s nothing we won’t do
I promise to do everything in my power to help you overcome your fears.
Your fears will fade, I’ll kill ’em all for you
I will work to eliminate your fears and anxieties.
And even if the world comes down on you
Even if the situation gets worse, I will still be here for you.
Don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through
Together we can overcome any obstacle.
’Cause I’ll burn it down for you!
I will use my passion and determination to overcome anything.
I keep holding on for you
I am committed and dedicated to your well-being.
There’s only so much I can do
I have limits, but I will always do my best.
I wish I could be your Superman
I wish I could be your ultimate protector and savior.
Your only hero
I want to be the one that you rely on and look up to.
I wish you could see
I hope you can recognize and appreciate my efforts.
Girl, don’t be afraid, there’s nothing we can’t do
There is no challenge too big that we cannot face together.
’Cause I’ll burn it down for you!
I will keep fighting with all my heart and soul for you.
Yeah, that’s right!
I am confident and believe in our ability to succeed.
I’ll burn it down for you!
I will stop at nothing to make sure you are happy and safe.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group
Written by: CONNOR MAYNARD, DION WARDLE, GEORGE ASTASIO, JASON PEBWORTH, JONATHAN SHAVE, KYLE ABRAHAMS, PETER IGHILE, SCOTT THOMAS
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