Born Again
Third Day Flyleaf Lyrics


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Today I found myself
After searching all these years
And the man that I saw, he wasn’t at all who I thought he’d be
I was lost when you found me here
And I was broken beyond repair
Then you came along and you sang your song over me

It feels like I’m born again
It feels like I’m living
For the very first time
For the very first time
In my life

Make a promise to me now
Reassure my heart somehow
That the love that I feel is so much more real than anything
I’ve a feeling in my soul
And I pray that I’m not wrong
That the life I have now, it is only the beginning

It feels like I’m born again
It feels like I’m living
For the very first time
For the very first time
It feels like I’m breathing
It feels like I’m moving
For the very first time
For the very first time

I wasn’t looking for something that was more
Than what I had yesterday
Then you came to me and you gave to me
Life and a love that I’ve never known
That I’ve never felt before

It feels like I’m born again
It feels like I’m living
For the very first time
I’m living for the first time
It feels like I’m breathing
It feels like I’m moving
For the very first time




I’m living for the first time
In my life

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Third Day Flyleaf's "Born Again" depict a sense of discovery, renewal, and hope. The singer acknowledges a period of searching that had led to disillusionment and disappointment, but found someone who came along and "sang their song" over them. This person brought new feelings and emotions that were previously unknown, creating a sense of being "born again" and living for the first time. The singer recognizes the fragility of their newfound happiness and asks for reassurance that it is real. They express a feeling in their soul that makes them believe their life has only just begun.


Overall, the song can be interpreted as a message of hope, acknowledging that life can be difficult and challenging, but there is always the possibility of finding someone or something that can bring new meaning and joy. The lyrics are universal, and can speak to anyone who has experienced a sense of loss, longing, or hopelessness, and found a reason to keep moving forward.


Line by Line Meaning

Today I found myself
I have discovered my true identity


After searching all these years
It took me a long time to discover who I truly am


And the man that I saw, he wasn’t at all who I thought he’d be
The image I had of myself was not accurate


I was lost when you found me here
I was going through a difficult period before meeting you


And I was broken beyond repair
I was in a bad state that could not be fixed without help


Then you came along and you sang your song over me
You helped and encouraged me to rise from my broken state


It feels like I’m born again
I have been given a fresh start


It feels like I’m living
I am finally experiencing life


For the very first time
In a completely new and unique way


Make a promise to me now
Assure me of your commitment


Reassure my heart somehow
Make me believe that you truly care


That the love that I feel is so much more real than anything
The love you have shown me is beyond anything I have experienced


I’ve a feeling in my soul
I have a strong and genuine intuition


And I pray that I’m not wrong
I hope that my intuition is right


That the life I have now, it is only the beginning
What I am experiencing now is just the start


It feels like I’m breathing
I can finally take a deep breath and relax


It feels like I’m moving
I am finally making progress in life


I wasn’t looking for something that was more
I was content with what I had before


Than what I had yesterday
I was happy with my past life


Then you came to me and you gave to me
Your presence and intervention have brought so much positivity into my life


Life and a love that I’ve never known
You have introduced me to a life and love that were completely new to me


That I’ve never felt before
My emotions have completely transformed


I’m living for the first time
I am truly experiencing what it means to be alive


In my life
In everything I do and every moment that passes




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@nobody873

This was my # 1 favorite when I was released from prison. Mainly because I had been born again and my life had been completely transformed! Thank Jesus for that! Love Flyleaf and Third day too!

@lindsaynyates

Praise God! this song wrecked me when I got out of federal and into the halfway house! his love is so much more real than anything!

@SN4675

i pretty much cry every time i hear this song. this totally fits me. i wasnt an awful person, but i wasnt great. he totally changed me. oh yeah. and these people are amazing at singing. they sing great together.... oh wait. i already wrote that. right unser this comment is another one of mine. :)

@SN4675

lacey and third day sound really good together.

@FaithxxLuci

<3 third day reminds me of my dad...

@MrsJSilguero

I love this song, Awesome video! Third day and flyleaf are among my top fav artist!!

@esmeraldan316

I've been in love with this for so long and never found out it was lacy that was singing as well !! Ahhh I love this song even more now <3

@ronfurg

I really appreciate your video. Great audio quality too. Third Day is one of my favorite Christian groups.

@a7xfreak999

She has such a great voice I wish she had a bigger part in this, but what a great song!

@EvanescenceFan27

Third Day and FlyLeaf Rocks

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