Seether gained mainstream popularity in 2002 with their US Active Rock number one single "Fine Again", and their success was sustained in 2004 with the single "Broken", which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. They have experienced continued success with number one hits on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, such as "Remedy", "Fake It", "Country Song", "Words as Weapons", and "Let You Down". The band currently consists of lead vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan, bassist Dale Stewart, drummer John Humphrey and guitarist Corey Lowery (exStuck Mojo, Stereomud}. Seether has undergone several lineup changes since their formation in 1999, with vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan being the only constant member.
Ill survive
Seether Lyrics
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Then mold me misshapen from the soaking dirt
Keep feeding me courage that I don't deserve
So I don't feel broken like I have no worth
My apathy's growing
And I never learn
I'm spending this token
And it feels like
I'm never gonna make this
Feel right
I'm drowning in a wave of
Insight
I'll never be the one to
Breathe a sigh
But I'll survive
Storm clouds
Even though the sun has
Gone down
Negative emotions
Inbound
I'll never be the one to
Make a sound
But I'll survive
Can you whittle me a token of strength and rebirth?
Can you wrap it in linen and a stolen curse?
Take strength from the knowledge that this always hurts
Now keep your eyes open so it won't get worse
My apathy's growing
And I never learn
I'm spending this token
So I don't get burned
And it feels like
I'm never gonna make this
Feel right
I'm drowning in a wave of
Insight
I'll never be the one to
Breathe a sigh
But I'll survive
Storm clouds
Even though the sun has
Gone down
Negative emotions
Inbound
I'll never be the one to
Make a sound
But I'll survive
And it feels like
I'm never gonna make this
Feel right
I'm drowning in a wave of
Insight
I'll never be the one to
Breathe a sigh
But I'll survive
Storm clouds
Even though the sun has
Gone down
Negative emotions
Inbound
I'll never be the one to
Make a sound
But I'll survive
I can't make you feel alive
And you know I don't regret it
You know I don't regret it
I can't make you feel alive
And you know I don't regret it
You know I don't regret it
Seether's song "I'll Survive" is a powerful reflection on the struggle of dealing with negative emotions and finding the strength to persevere. The opening lyrics seek an emotional connection through storytelling, asking for someone to help the singer make sense of their feelings. The following lines speak to a deep sense of worthlessness and an internal battle for courage. The lyric "keep feeding me courage that I don't deserve, so I don't feel broken like I have no worth" suggests that the singer is relying on someone else to provide the strength they need to carry on.
Later in the song, the lyrics reflect on the internal struggle of the singer, the constant battle with negative emotions, and the fear of being consumed by them. The repeated phrases "I'm never gonna make this feel right" and "I'll never be the one to breathe a sigh" both convey the sense of hopelessness and the feeling that the battle can never truly be won. The chorus repeats the idea that although the singer is struggling and there are "storm clouds" and "negative emotions" looming, they will still survive.
The final verse highlights the guilt and sense of helplessness that comes from not being able to help someone else who is struggling. The lines "I can't make you feel alive, and you know I don't regret it" suggest that the singer wants to help but knows they can't and that they won't apologize for it.
Overall, "I'll Survive" is a powerful and relatable song about the difficulty of battling negative emotions and finding the strength to keep going.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you tell me a story without any words?
Can you show me a way out of this dark place without using words?
Then mold me misshapen from the soaking dirt
Help me to reshape and rise from the mud that's holding me down.
Keep feeding me courage that I don't deserve
Encourage me even when I feel undeserving of it.
So I don't feel broken like I have no worth
So I can feel whole and not lose sight of my worth.
My apathy's growing
My lack of interest or concern is increasing.
And I never learn
I keep making the same mistakes without learning from them.
I'm spending this token
I'm using up all the resources that I have left.
So I don't get burned
To protect myself from getting hurt again.
And it feels like I'm never gonna make this feel right
No matter what I do, it seems like I can't fix this situation.
I'm drowning in a wave of insight
I'm overwhelmed by what I am learning about myself and my situation.
I'll never be the one to breathe a sigh
I won't be the one to give up or yield to pressure.
But I'll survive
But I will persevere and make it through this situation.
Storm clouds
Troubled times are ahead.
Even though the sun has gone down
Even though things seem dark and grim.
Negative emotions inbound
I am feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts and feelings.
I'll never be the one to make a sound
I won't let my emotions or fears show, I will keep them inside.
Can you whittle me a token of strength and rebirth?
Can you give me a symbol of strength and hope to hold on to?
Can you wrap it in linen and a stolen curse?
Can you give it to me secretly, and surround it with good luck and protection?
Take strength from the knowledge that this always hurts
Remember that pain and hurt are always part of life, but we can grow and learn from them.
Now keep your eyes open so it won't get worse
Pay attention and stay vigilant so that things won't spiral out of control.
I can't make you feel alive
I can't force you to feel alive or happy.
And you know I don't regret it
But I won't apologize for it either because happiness is something we must find within ourselves.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: SHAUN MORGAN WELGEMOED
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