Rescue Me
YT Lyrics


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I was down, I was barely makin' it
She was gone and I couldn't take it
I was looking for a new way of thinkin'
When I go to sleep, I pray I wouldn't wake up

Well, I want you, I want you to rescue me

The wheel kept turning, but I stood still
As the shadow looking for the man
Did I play to win or did I win to loose
Of all the cards I had to draw the fool

All people tellin' me about things I do
The more I hear, the less I see the truth
Oh, well, I'm on the edge, I can't look down
Oh, slippin', slippin', slippin' oh, help

I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
Oh, you know I want you
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me

A voice faintly callin' from another time
Oh so strange, it sounds like mine
Shades of black and a twisted road
And I can't see the sky from here

Oh, do I turn around? I go straight ahead
I can't stop now, I find the light somewhere
Oh, well, I'm on the edge, I can't look down
Oh, slippin', slippin', slippin', oh, help

I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
You know I want you
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me

I want you, I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
Oh, you know I want you
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me

Oh, you know I want you
I want you to rescue me
Oh, rescue me





Oh, rescue me, oh, rescue me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Rescue Me" by YT are about someone who is struggling emotionally and looking for a way out of their current situation. The singer is dealing with a sense of loss, feeling lost and unsure about their future. They are looking for someone to save them and to help them move forward. The singer is looking for a new way of thinking and hoping that they can find the strength to keep moving forward even when things seem bleak.


The verses of the song are filled with imagery that convey a sense of darkness and confusion. The singer feels like they are on the edge and slipping away, while the world around them keeps turning. They are frustrated by the negative things people say about them and their choices because they feel like nobody really understands them. The lines "Did I play to win or did I win to lose? Of all the cards I had to draw the fool" are particularly powerful, suggesting that the singer is questioning their life choices and feeling like they may have made some wrong ones.


The chorus of "Rescue Me" is a simple plea for help. The singer is calling out to someone they trust, asking them to rescue them from the pain and confusion they are feeling. The repetition of "I want you to rescue me" reinforces the sense of desperation that the singer is feeling.


Overall, "Rescue Me" is a powerful song about struggling with pain and confusion, and the need for someone to help us find our way out. It is a song that speaks to the very human desire for connection and understanding.


Line by Line Meaning

I was down, I was barely makin' it
I was struggling emotionally and financially


She was gone and I couldn't take it
The lack of a significant other was too much for me


I was looking for a new way of thinkin'
I needed a fresh perspective on life


When I go to sleep, I pray I wouldn't wake up
My life seemed so hopeless that death seemed like a better alternative


Well, I want you, I want you to rescue me
I desperately need help from someone


The wheel kept turning, but I stood still
Time kept moving on, but I was stuck in the same spot


As the shadow looking for the man
I was lost and searching for direction


Did I play to win or did I win to loose
I wasn't sure if I was making productive decisions


Of all the cards I had to draw the fool
I felt like I was constantly making foolish choices


All people tellin' me about things I do
People were criticizing my actions and pointing out my flaws


The more I hear, the less I see the truth
The more criticism I received, the more confused I became


Oh, well, I'm on the edge, I can't look down
I was in a precarious mental state and couldn't handle more stress


Oh, slippin', slippin', slippin' oh, help
I felt like I was losing control and desperately needed assistance


A voice faintly callin' from another time
I was hearing echoes of my past experiences


Oh so strange, it sounds like mine
The past experiences seemed foreign to me, but I recognized them


Shades of black and a twisted road
My life felt dark and complicated


And I can't see the sky from here
I felt trapped and unable to see the brighter side of things


Oh, do I turn around? I go straight ahead
I was unsure of what direction to take in my life


I can't stop now, I find the light somewhere
Despite feeling lost, I knew that I had to keep moving forward and find a solution


I want you, I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
I needed someone to save me from my problems


Oh, you know I want you
I was desperate, and the person I was speaking to was the only one I thought could help


Oh, rescue me
I needed to be saved




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, DESIO MUSIC INC
Written by: JOSEPH L ALVES, LEONARD E HAZE, PHILIP M KENNEMORE, DAVE MENIKETTI, ROBERT J SHULMAN, DAVID WAYNE SIEFF

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@perpetual61

Lyrics:
I was down, I was barely makin' it
She was gone and I couldn't take it
I was looking for a new way of thinkin'
When I go to sleep, I pray I wouldn't wake up
Well, I want you, I want you to rescue me
The wheel kept turning, but I stood still
As the shadow looking for the man
Did I play to win or did I win to loose
Of all the cards I had to draw the fool
All people tellin' me about things I do
The more I hear, the less I see the truth
Oh, well, I'm on the edge, I can't look down
Oh, slippin', slippin', slippin' oh, help
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
Oh, you know I want you
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
A voice faintly callin' from another time
Oh so strange, it sounds like mine
Shades of black and a twisted road
And I can't see the sky from here
Oh, do I turn around? I go straight ahead
I can't stop now, I find the light somewhere
Oh, well, I'm on the edge, I can't look down
Oh, slippin', slippin', slippin', oh, help
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
You know I want you
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
I want you, I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
Oh, you know I want you
I want you to rescue me, oh, rescue me
Oh, you know I want you
I want you to rescue me
Oh, rescue me
Oh, rescue me, oh, rescue me



All comments from YouTube:

@hermajestyqueenmarciamarti1151

Been a fan since seeing them in Fremont. They were Yesterday &Today,and we were all smokin hot rockers...oh for a time machine when i could party for days and really enjoy life...ohlone JC...KOHL..KSJO SANTA CRUZ Boardwalk... I can't move like i could,but they make me feel young again..love to all Marcia in Modesto

@boledle

Those of us who grew up in the 80's are getting old, but damn it, we had the best music. Saw these guys at the Concord Pavilion (CA) in the mid-80's. Everyone was stoned and cool, no bombs or mass shootings or crazy shit. Those were great times.

@user-uk1vx7wy5g

yes we did

@Metamorpho67

Saw Y & T about half a dozen times in the 80’s at Sherwood Hall in Salinas, Ca. Always a great time. Stellar band Leonard Haze was a close second to Bonham on the drums. 🤙🏽

@petersze7127

Man, im 52..and i remember seeing them at Keystone Berkeley, when they were called "yesterday and today"..

@1BradLangston

Unless you've seen these guys live you have no idea how good they are. Dave gave me shots from his wild turkey bottle. The whole band are great unassuming guys. I told Dave I was a fan from the yesterday and today era and he handed me his bottle. Damn, never forget it

@lawrencevelasquez7639

Jb Langston rock on from Frisco to the Inch ,BABE ! 😎

@garytaylor2804

saw them for the 1st time In England November 2017 ......Awesome......They return in November 2019 Tickets Booked!!!

@rinaticson390

4x I've seen them live and you are right

@johnkollman3900

You're God Damn right .... Greatest live band Ever ......

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