Fade Away
Seether Lyrics


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I want to be there when you call
I want to catch you when you fall
I want to be the one you need
I want to be the one you breathe

Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll find our way around
Today's the day we'll fade away

I want to be there when you cry
And when you're down I'll help you fly
I want to be the one you need
I want to be the one you breathe

Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll find our way around
Today's the day we'll fade away, oh

But I'm coming back
And I'm taking back everything I can
It's breaking me up and tearing me up
It's all I have
And I'm coming back
And I'm taking back everything I can
It's breaking me up and tearing me up
It's all I have

Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll find our way around
Today's the day we'll fade away, oh




Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Today's the day we'll fade away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Seether's song "Fade Away" appear to be about wanting to be there for someone and be their support system. The singer of the song wants to catch the other person when they fall, be the one that they need, and be the person that they breathe. The chorus of the song repeats the idea that today is the day that they will fade away, but it's unclear whether this is a positive or negative thing.


Throughout the song, there is a sense of wanting to be there for someone who is struggling, but at the same time, there seems to be a recognition that the situation is not sustainable. The line "It's breaking me up and tearing me up, it's all I have" suggests that the singer is giving everything they have to be there for this person, but it's taking a toll on them.


The repetition of "today's the day we'll fade away" in the chorus could be interpreted in a few ways. It could be a reflection of the idea that nothing lasts forever, and that eventually everything fades away. It could also be seen as an opportunity to start fresh and leave behind the difficulties of the past.


Line by Line Meaning

I want to be there when you call
I want to always be available for you, to offer my assistance whenever you need me.


I want to catch you when you fall
I want to be there to support you and prevent you from getting hurt.


I want to be the one you need
I want to be the person who you rely on, who you can turn to for help.


I want to be the one you breathe
I want to be so close to you that I am an essential part of your life.


Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
We will soon be gone, disappearing from each other's lives.


Today's the day we'll find our way around
We will try to navigate our lives without each other.


But I'm coming back
Despite the separation, I will return.


And I'm taking back everything I can
I will reclaim what is mine, whatever that may be.


It's breaking me up and tearing me up
The separation is causing me great pain and anguish.


It's all I have
The relationship we had is everything to me.


Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Our separation becomes increasingly imminent.


Today's the day we'll fade away, oh
Our separation becomes increasingly imminent.


Today's the day we'll fade away
Our separation is finally happening.




Lyrics © Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Dale Stewart, Shaun Welgemoed

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@susanmiller2969

I truly believe this with everything inside of me, Seether doesn’t have a bad song. I mean none.

@Jestin612

There's only 1song that I didn't like. They're badass in concert. Moshed so hard, caught the attention of the lead singer. One of my favorite moments in life. We looked at eachother in the eyes. He appreciated how much I loved their music, and I appreciated them for making that music. I was extremely high during that concert. But I'll never forget that sh**. That was 2008

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Seether always was and will remain to be Rock & Roll.
Played a major role and help me age gracefully as a Man.

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Seether has helped me so much! Thank you legends ❤

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@NSandBNSFrailfanProductions

Seethers songs have always calmed me down! especially this one!!! Thank you SEETHER!! ❤️🔥🔥

@simpson3324

I love so much this "underground' seether songs. You guys never play it in shows so i would some lives sometimes. Fade away, Waste, Out of my Way, Eyes of the Devil, Walk Away From the Sun, Love Her, Got it Made, No Jesus Christ, there's so many great songs

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