I Was Born I Have Lived I Will Surely Die
Young Guns Lyrics


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I was born, I have lived, I will surely die
Facing defeat I'm still holding my head up high
Been deceived into thinking that it's alright
I just needed a reason to reach for the light
Now I've opened, opened, my eyes, now I see it
The light and i need it

There's no doubt you can yourself out if you want to
Don't turn away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
Every day is a chance to change the story
Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?

Yesterday just a boy now I stand a man
I'm out on the edge feathers clutched in my hand and i know
That a time will come when all is done
Nothing will remain and so it goes

There's no doubt, you can get yourself out if you want to
When you're on the due, if the current calls you
The jump cos to fall is beneath you, don't turn away, don't be shy
you've got questions so do I, every day is a chance to change the story
Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?

Don't run away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?




Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?

Overall Meaning

The song “I Was Born I Have Lived I Will Surely Die” by the Welsh rock band Young Guns exemplifies a message of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. The lyrics convey that every person has the power to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness, and that it is through pain and struggles that we find our purpose in life. The opening lines of the song, “I was born, I have lived, I will surely die / Facing defeat I'm still holding my head up high,” suggest that despite the inevitability of death and the challenges we face, it is our attitude and determination that truly defines us.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of taking action and not giving up when faced with difficulty. The lyrics, “Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got / Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?” underscore the idea that success and glory are only achievable through hard work and perseverance, and that pain and setbacks should not be feared but embraced as opportunities for growth.


The song also explores the theme of self-discovery and personal growth. The lyrics, “Every day is a chance to change the story / Don't turn away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I,” encourage listeners to be brave, to ask questions, and to seek answers that will lead them towards a meaningful life. The song therefore serves as an anthem for those seeking inspiration and guidance on their journey towards self-realization.


Line by Line Meaning

I was born, I have lived, I will surely die
I am aware that my existence has an origin, a present, and an inevitable end.


Facing defeat I'm still holding my head up high
Even in moments of adversity and failure, I keep my composure and maintain my dignity.


Been deceived into thinking that it's alright, I just needed a reason to reach for the light
I have been misled and thought that everything was okay, but I only required a motive to aim for redemption.


Now I've opened, opened, my eyes, now I see it, The light and i need it
Finally, I have become enlightened, and I understand what I was lacking, which is the driving force that I need.


There's no doubt you can yourself out if you want to, Don't turn away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
If you have the determination, you can escape from any situation you find yourself in. There's nothing to be ashamed of when you don't have the answers.


Every day is a chance to change the story, Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
We have the possibility to alter our destiny every day. Don't back down, take a chance, and make every effort to succeed.


Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
If everything were simple, without effort, and without discomfort, what value would our accomplishments have?


Yesterday just a boy now I stand a man, I'm out on the edge feathers clutched in my hand and i know, That a time will come when all is done, Nothing will remain and so it goes
I've gone from being a kid to being a grown-up, and now I'm standing on the brink of my destiny, clutching my opportunities. I'm mindful that everything has a conclusion and that life goes on.


When you're on the due, if the current calls you, The jump cos to fall is beneath you, don't turn away, don't be shy
When you're on the edge, and the situation becomes too difficult to handle, don't avoid it. Instead, muster the courage to leap and trust yourself.


Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Don't flee from hurdles, instead, confront them by giving your all.


Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
What point would success have if it were effortlessly achieved without any difficulties?




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GUSTAV TOMAS WOOD, FRASER MACLEOD TAYLOR, SIMON MITCHELL, BENJAMIN LLOYD JOLLIFFE, JOHN STUART TAYLOR

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I was born, I have lived, I will surely die
Facing defeat I'm still holding my head up high
Been deceived into thinking that it's alright
I just needed a reason to reach for the light
Now I've opened, opened, my eyes, now I see it
The light and i need it
There's no doubt you can yourself out if you want to
Don't turn away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
Every day is a chance to change the story
Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Yesterday just a boy now I stand a man
I'm out on the edge feathers clutched in my hand and i know
That a time will come when all is done
Nothing will remain and so it goes
There's no doubt, you can get yourself out if you want to
When you're on the due, if the current calls you
The jump cos to fall is beneath you, don't turn away, don't be shy
you've got questions so do I, every day is a chance to change the story
Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Don't run away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?



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K M

I absolutely love this song ^.^

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I was born, I have lived, I will surely die
Facing defeat I'm still holding my head up high
Been deceived into thinking that it's alright
I just needed a reason to reach for the light
Now I've opened, opened, my eyes, now I see it
The light and i need it
There's no doubt you can yourself out if you want to
Don't turn away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
Every day is a chance to change the story
Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Yesterday just a boy now I stand a man
I'm out on the edge feathers clutched in my hand and i know
That a time will come when all is done
Nothing will remain and so it goes
There's no doubt, you can get yourself out if you want to
When you're on the due, if the current calls you
The jump cos to fall is beneath you, don't turn away, don't be shy
you've got questions so do I, every day is a chance to change the story
Don't run away, take a shot, give it everything you've got
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Don't run away, don't be shy, you've got questions so do I
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?
Without pain, tell me what's the point in glory?

Mikael Hallman

AMAZING!!!!

Taveyon Ross

I love this song

SHENG LONG

Do i freaking love this fucking whole album???? YES I FKIN DOOO!!!!

Julie ROBERT

<3

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vídeo wrestlemania 33 :)

Georgie Garrard

Yep lol

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TheHLSociety rules :D

Natalya Miller

Lol this was posted on my birthday

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