Buried Alive
Ryan Oakes Lyrics


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Buried alive, donβ€²t think that you won't see my face again

I know that lifeβ€²s a bitch, I never been too scared to upset her
'Cause all the pain she gave me turned me to a national treasure
I went from being under the weather to taking over by storm
When I built a better version of me from all the pieces that tore
They tried to drown me under that pressure when I wouldn't conform
And when I rosΠ΅ from the grave a differΠ΅nt day a legend was born

Buried alive, donβ€²t think that you wonβ€²t see my face again

They always label me the underdog, somehow I'm still winninβ€²
When they would stop to take a break I'd always break the speed limit
A bunch of copycats around me tryna go mock me and gimmick
Bitch, Iβ€²ve been one of a kind, no matter what I cannot be mimicked
So get with it, I'm vicious, they can see the red in my vision
Superstition tells me that something deep inside of meβ€²s wicked
Malicious people with twisted intentions always petition
[?] left me in better condition, I'm living

Now I'm back for my revenge, all the tables turned





Buried alive, donβ€²t think that you wonβ€²t see my face again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ryan Oakes's song "Buried Alive" are about resilience and overcoming obstacles. The song begins with the line "Buried alive, donβ€²t think that you won't see my face again" which suggests that the singer has been through a tough time but has come out on the other side. The next few lines talk about how life can be difficult but the singer has never been afraid to face its challenges. In fact, the pain they have experienced has made them into a "national treasure" and helped them become a better version of themselves.


The chorus repeats the line "Buried alive, donβ€²t think that you wonβ€²t see my face again" which reinforces the idea that the singer has been through a difficult time but has persevered. They go on to say that despite being labeled an underdog, they have still been able to succeed. They describe themselves as "one of a kind" and unable to be copied or imitated.


The final lines of the song suggest that the singer is back and seeking revenge. This could be interpreted as revenge against those who doubted them or against the challenges they faced.


Overall, the lyrics of "Buried Alive" are about resilience and the ability to overcome challenges in order to succeed.


Line by Line Meaning

Buried alive, donβ€²t think that you won't see my face again
I may have felt like I was buried alive, but don't count me out just yet. I'm coming back stronger than ever.


I know that lifeβ€²s a bitch, I never been too scared to upset her
Life can be tough, but I won't back down from a challenge. I'll face whatever comes my way.


'Cause all the pain she gave me turned me to a national treasure
The struggles I faced helped shape me into something valuable and unique.


I went from being under the weather to taking over by storm
I turned my weaknesses into strengths and became a force to be reckoned with.


When I built a better version of me from all the pieces that tore
Instead of letting my hardships break me apart, I used them as building blocks to become a better version of myself.


They tried to drown me under that pressure when I wouldn't conform
Others may have tried to bring me down, but I refused to conform to their expectations and beliefs.


And when I rose from the grave a different day a legend was born
Despite the odds, I emerged from tough times stronger and more determined than before, earning a legendary status.


They always label me the underdog, somehow I'm still winninβ€²
People may underestimate me, but I continue to overcome and succeed despite their doubts.


When they would stop to take a break I'd always break the speed limit
While others slowed down or took breaks, I pushed myself to go faster and farther.


A bunch of copycats around me tryna go mock me and gimmick
Others may try to copy and imitate me, but they can never truly replicate my originality and authenticity.


Bitch, Iβ€²ve been one of a kind, no matter what I cannot be mimicked
My uniqueness is something that cannot be replicated, no matter how hard others try to imitate me.


So get with it, I'm vicious, they can see the red in my vision
I am driven and determined, and others can see the passion and intensity behind my goals.


Superstition tells me that something deep inside of meβ€²s wicked
Some may view my drive and ambition as negative or evil, but I see it as a necessary part of achieving my goals.


Malicious people with twisted intentions always petition
Not everyone wants to see me succeed, and some may even try to actively work against me.


[?] left me in better condition, I'm living
Despite the obstacles I've faced, I've come out the other side stronger and more resilient.


Now I'm back for my revenge, all the tables turned
I've overcome my challenges and am ready to take on whatever comes my way, with the odds now in my favor.




Writer(s): Ryan Z Oakes

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Might not get the most comments but I’ve played this song atleast 100 times love it

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what happen to the song on spotify? i cant jam to it?

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