I Can Survive
S.S.T. Band Lyrics


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At first I was afraid I was petrified
Kept thinkin' I could never live without you by my side
But then I spent so many nights
Thinkin' how you did me wrong
And I grew strong, and I learned how to get along?

And so you're back from outer space
I just walked in to find you here with that sad look upon your face
I should have changed that stupid lock
I should have made you leave your key
If I'd've known for just one second you'd back to bother me

Go on now, go walk out the door
Just turn around now
'Cause you're not welcome anymore
Weren't you the one who tried to hurt me with goodbye
Did you think I'd crumble
Did you think I'd lay down and die?
Oh no, not I
I will survive
Oh as long as I know how to love I know I'll stay alive
I've got all my life to live
I've got all my love to give and I'll survive
I will survive

It took all the strength I had not to fall apart
Kept trying' hard to mend the pieces of my broken heart
And I spent oh so many nights
Just feeling sorry for myself
I used to cry

But now I hold my head up high
And you see me, somebody new
I'm not that chained up little person still in love with you
And so you feel like droppin' in

And just expect me to be free
Now I'm savin' all my lovin' for someone who's lovin' me

Go on now, go walk out the door
Just turn around now
'Cause you're not welcome anymore
Weren't you the one who tried to hurt me with goodbye
Did you think I'd crumble
Did you think I'd lay down and die?
Oh no, not I
I will survive
Oh as long as I know how to love I know I'll stay alive
I've got all my life to live
I've got all my love to give and I'll survive
I will survive

Go on now, go walk out the door





Lalalalalalalala?

Overall Meaning

"I Will Survive" by S.S.T. Band is a cover of the Gloria Gaynor classic disco hit, which was released in 1978. The song is about a woman who has gone through a tough breakup but has learned to move on and be resilient. The first verse describes how the woman initially couldn't imagine living without her partner, but through time and reflection, she was able to become stronger and learn how to live without them. In the second verse, her ex-partner returns and tries to win her back, but she realizes that she's moved on and isn't interested in them anymore. The chorus "I will survive" emphasizes her newfound resilience and determination to move on and thrive without her ex-partner.


This song has become an anthem for empowerment and resilience, particularly for women going through breakups or other difficult situations. The message of the song is universal and relatable, making it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.


Line by Line Meaning

At first I was afraid I was petrified
Initially, I felt scared and paralyzed


Kept thinkin' I could never live without you by my side
I believed that I needed you in my life to survive


But then I spent so many nights
Afterwards, I took many nights to contemplate


Thinkin' how you did me wrong
Reflecting on the ways in which you hurt me


And I grew strong, and I learned how to get along?
I developed strength and resilience, and I found ways to carry on without you


And so you're back from outer space
Now you've returned after being away for some time


I just walked in to find you here with that sad look upon your face
I entered the room to see you with a sorrowful expression


I should have changed that stupid lock
I should have replaced the lock to prevent you from entering


I should have made you leave your key
I needed to ensure that you couldn't access my place


If I'd've known for just one second you'd back to bother me
If I had any idea that you would return to trouble me


Go on now, go walk out the door
Please leave me now, and don't come back


Just turn around now
Don't bother looking back at me


'Cause you're not welcome anymore
I don't want you in my life anymore


Weren't you the one who tried to hurt me with goodbye
You were the one who attempted to hurt me with your departure


Did you think I'd crumble
Did you expect me to collapse


Did you think I'd lay down and die?
Did you anticipate me giving up and dying?


Oh no, not I
But that won't happen to me


I will survive
I will persist and endure


Oh as long as I know how to love I know I'll stay alive
As long as I have the capacity to love, I can thrive


I've got all my life to live
I have my whole life ahead of me


I've got all my love to give and I'll survive
I have plenty of love to share, and I will persist


It took all the strength I had not to fall apart
I had to summon all of my strength not to break down


Kept trying' hard to mend the pieces of my broken heart
I worked relentlessly to repair the damage to my heart


And I spent oh so many nights
I passed many nights in contemplation


Just feeling sorry for myself
Indulging in self-pity


But now I hold my head up high
Now, I have regained my confidence


And you see me, somebody new
You see a transformed version of me


I'm not that chained up little person still in love with you
I'm no longer trapped in love with you


And so you feel like droppin' in
And now you want to reconnect with me


And just expect me to be free
And assume that I am available to you


Now I'm savin' all my lovin' for someone who's lovin' me
But now, I am committed to someone who loves me in return


Go on now, go walk out the door
Please leave me now, and don't come back


Lalalalalalalala?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Dino Fekaris, Frederick J. Perren

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nov naka

F1グランプリで、リカルド・パトレーゼのウイニングテーマとして92年F1日本GPで使われてましたね。

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