Rescue Me
Your man Alex Smith Lyrics
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But I need you
So I'm calling you out
Cos I don't know how much more I got
And I could really use you now
Cos that clock is ticking and
I took a kicking
God, I'm not even sure whether
I still believe in this
Heart on my sleeve, and If
One more person breaks it
I don't think I'm gonna make it
And baby
Can anybody get to me?
Baby
I need someone to rescue me
Rescue me
Now it's getting dark
Outside and in
Maybe I deserve this
Take a tally of my sins, but please!
Just throw down your hand
I Need myself an angel
Take me to the promised land
Cos baby I'm dying
Do you hear me crying?
I'm broken and I'm beat
Lying bloodied in the street yeah
And I see those sirens
Out on that horizon
Don't leave it till the dawn
Cos I might gone
And baby
Can anybody get to me?
Baby
I need someone to rescue me
And I see you're having fun
But when the night is done yeah I've gotta take you home
And girl I'm fading fast
Don't think I'm gonna last
And baby
Can anybody get to me?
Baby
I need someone to rescue me
And baby
Can anybody get to me?
Baby
I need someone to rescue me
In "Rescue Me," Alex Smith expresses his desperate need for someone to come to his aid. He begins by admitting that he doesn't know where this person is, but he calls them out because he's reaching a breaking point and could really use their support at this moment. The lyrics suggest that time is running out for him, as indicated by the ticking clock and the beating he has taken. He questions whether he still believes in whatever it is he's going through, wearing his heart on his sleeve and feeling like he can't handle any more heartbreak. The vulnerability in his voice makes it clear that he doubts his ability to withstand any further disappointment.
Smith pleads for someone to rescue him, emphasizing his desperate need for assistance. He feels like he's drowning in darkness both externally and internally, and even starts to feel like he deserves the pain he's experiencing, as if it's a consequence of his past sins. However, despite these feelings, he begs for someone to step in and be his guardian angel, leading him to a place of salvation. The imagery of being broken, beaten, and bloodied in the street evokes a sense of extreme vulnerability and the need for immediate help.
As the song progresses, Smith becomes more distressed and expresses his fear of not surviving much longer. He talks about seeing sirens on the horizon, symbolizing the danger and impending doom he faces if he doesn't receive help soon. He pleads for the person he's addressing not to wait until dawn because by then, it might be too late for him. The urgency in his voice is palpable, and it's clear that he's reaching a breaking point.
In the final verse, Smith notices that the person he's calling out to is seemingly enjoying themselves, but he knows that once the night is over, he'll have to go back home alone. He admits that he's fading fast and doubts whether he can hold on much longer. This repetition of his need for rescue emphasizes the desperation and urgency of his situation. Ultimately, he pleads once more for someone to come to his aid, emphasizing the importance of their presence in helping him survive.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't know where you are
I am unsure of your location
But I need you
I require your presence
So I'm calling you out
I am summoning you
Cos I don't know how much more I got
Because I am uncertain of how much I can handle
And I could really use you now
I sincerely need you at this moment
Cos that clock is ticking and
Because time is passing and
I took a kicking
I have endured hardships
No, I can't take no more
I cannot bear it any longer
God, I'm not even sure whether
Dear God, I am not even certain if
I still believe in this
I still have faith in this
Heart on my sleeve, and If
My emotions are exposed, and if
One more person breaks it
One more individual damages it
I don't think I'm gonna make it
I do not believe I will survive
And baby
And my dear
Can anybody get to me?
Is there anyone who can reach me?
I need someone to rescue me
I require someone to save me
Now it's getting dark
Now it is becoming night
Outside and in
Externally and internally
Maybe I deserve this
Perhaps I merit this
Take a tally of my sins, but please!
Evaluate my wrongdoings, but please!
Just throw down your hand
Simply extend your help
I Need myself an angel
I necessitate an angel
Take me to the promised land
Guide me to a place of hope and salvation
Cos baby I'm dying
Because darling I am slowly perishing
Do you hear me crying?
Are you aware of my sorrow?
I'm broken and I'm beat
I am shattered and defeated
Lying bloodied in the street yeah
Reclining, covered in blood on the road
And I see those sirens
And I perceive those emergency vehicle lights
Out on that horizon
In the distance
Don't leave it 'till the dawn
Do not delay until daybreak
Cos I might gone
Because I might no longer be here
And baby
And my dear
Can anybody get to me?
Is there anyone who can reach me?
Baby
Darling
I need someone to rescue me
I require someone to save me
And I see you're having fun
And I observe that you are enjoying yourself
But when the night is done yeah I've gotta take you home
However, when the night ends, yes, I must escort you home
And girl I'm fading fast
And my dear, I am declining rapidly
Don't think I'm gonna last
I do not believe I will survive
And baby
And my dear
Can anybody get to me?
Is there anyone who can reach me?
Baby
Darling
I need someone to rescue me
I require someone to save me
And baby
And my dear
Can anybody get to me?
Is there anyone who can reach me?
Baby
Darling
I need someone to rescue me
I require someone to save me
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Alexander Smith
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vessels8379
This song would be great in a movie
@YourManAlexSmith
😏
@pseudosun
good story and sound
@YourManAlexSmith
Thank you very much! :D
@rogueelementgaming
Damn son! Epic!
@nataliamabel3323
Wow this song is pretty cool !!! I’m impressed !!!!!
@YourManAlexSmith
Thanks Natalia! I worked super hard on this new album. I really appreciate you taking the time to listen ^_^
@vazak11
Cool!
@YourManAlexSmith
Thanks! We worked hard on it! ❤️
@RavennaWyrmwood
I can’t believe I only just found out about you via the Tales of Alethrion team. A legend in our own backyard. Amazing work mate.