Still Alive
The Gideon Lyrics
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You stood by me shoulder to shoulder
Looking back
All of it has happened so fast
It's all a blur
I'll always stay thankful for the past
And look forward to the future
This life has thrown us curves
But it's worth every lesson we've learned
Thick or thin
Through good or bad
I will stand up for you in the end
I will stand up for you in the end
Is this the last real taste of innocence?
Of the first real taste of life?
The memories we hold
Are helping us survive
The memories we hold on to
Are keeping us alive
All life lay ahead and every road led home,
You stood by me shoulder to shoulder
Years go by, I'm getting older
But we'll stand together, shoulder to shoulder
My brother
My friend
My brother
Remember how simple life used to be?
Nothing could stop us from who we wanted to be
Stay young
Stay free
Stay young
Stay free
All life lay ahead and every road led home,
You stood by me shoulder to shoulder
Years go by, I'm getting older
But we'll stand together, shoulder to shoulder
You stood by me shoulder to shoulder
The Gideon's song Still Alive is a powerful testament to the strength of friendship and the enduring spirit of life. The lyrics paint a picture of two friends who have been together through thick and thin, from the innocence of youth to the curveballs that life can throw. The opening lines of the song set the tone: "All life lay ahead and every road led home, You stood by me shoulder to shoulder." These words express a sense of security and confidence that comes from knowing someone has your back no matter what.
As the song progresses, we see the singer reflecting on the past and the present. The memories that the two friends share are a source of comfort and strength for them, helping them to survive whatever life might throw their way. The line "Is this the last real taste of innocence? Of the first real taste of life?" suggests a nostalgia for a time when life was simpler, but also an acknowledgement that the past is what has made them who they are today.
Despite the challenges that they have faced, the singer remains committed to his friend, promising to "stand up for you in the end" through good times and bad. And as the song draws to a close, the message becomes clear: no matter how much time passes or how old they get, these two friends will always be there for each other, "standing together, shoulder to shoulder."
Line by Line Meaning
All life lay ahead and every road led home,
The future was full of possibilities and every path we took led us to where we felt we belonged.
You stood by me shoulder to shoulder
You were always there to support me and I could always rely on you.
Looking back
Reflecting on the past.
All of it has happened so fast
Time went by quickly and everything seemed to fly by.
It's all a blur
The memories have all blended together and it's hard to separate them.
I'll always stay thankful for the past
I will forever be grateful for the experiences and people that shaped my past.
And look forward to the future
Anticipating the possibilities that the future holds.
This life has thrown us curves
Life has presented us with unexpected challenges and obstacles.
But it's worth every lesson we've learned
Despite the difficulties, the knowledge and wisdom gained from those lessons make it all worthwhile.
Thick or thin
In times of abundance or scarcity.
Through good or bad
In moments of success or failure, happiness or adversity.
I will stand up for you in the end
I will always be there to support you, no matter what happens.
Is this the last real taste of innocence?
Is this the final moment of true naivete and purity?
Of the first real taste of life?
Or is this the first true moment of experiencing all that life has to offer?
The memories we hold
The moments we remember and keep close.
Are helping us survive
These memories are what keep us going and help us cope with the present.
The memories we hold on to
The memories that we cherish and cling to.
Are keeping us alive
These memories are what give us life and meaning.
Years go by, I'm getting older
Time continues to pass and the aging process continues.
But we'll stand together, shoulder to shoulder
Despite the passage of time, we will remain steadfast and united.
My brother
The bond between us is like that of siblings.
My friend
We share a strong sense of friendship.
Remember how simple life used to be?
Recalling a time when life was less complicated and more carefree.
Nothing could stop us from who we wanted to be
We were determined and focused on achieving our goals and dreams.
Stay young
Maintain a youthful spirit and outlook on life.
Stay free
Remain unburdened and liberated in mind and spirit.
Contributed by Maria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Puppet33
feels awesome personally knowing the guest vocalist on here haha. Tx Metalcore all day evryday
@subasta101
This band is fucking perfect.
@xDREWGRAYx
everyone is sleeping on kublai khan. so good.
@jakebricker6310
good to hear stuff like this still
@SwaiiDrums
STOOOOOOOOOOOKED
@makaelakippes5119
I saw them live last night, they are amazing. I meet the singer and the guitarist they were super nice. Definitely a new favorite band for me. \m/
@Rbrockcoble
Very good. Gideon has gone such a long way since they were a little local band in T-Town a few years back.
@Shadowcasterx4ffc
This was a triumph...
@Marvinstranger
seen this band a few months ago at the soapbox in wilmington,n.c this kill with a good message too
@MissStateFan
I saw this band on July 15th in Memphis, TN with For Today and Silent Planet. They were awesome!