Bring Me To Life

by Evanescence

What is “Bring Me To Life” really about?

If you’ve ever wondered what “Bring Me To Life” by Evanescence is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.

Bring Me to Life' by Evanescence explores the awakening and rebirth of a person's soul through the transformative power of love and self-realization.

So… what’s this song really about?

In 'Bring Me to Life,' Evanescence touches on themes of existential crisis and the longing for authenticity. The lyrics portray a protagonist who feels numb and disconnected, living in a state akin to emotional death. The call to 'wake up' signifies a desperate need for revival, implying that this sense of aliveness can only be achieved by reconnecting with the deeper essences of life, possibly through a significant other or a profound self-realization. The dramatic interplay between the vocalists amplifies a sense of internal conflict and urgency, which underscores the universal struggle between living superficially and engaging with life’s true depths. This song also hints at the difficulty of awakening from a state of complacency. The repeated lines 'Wake me up inside' and 'Save me from the nothing I’ve become' suggest an intense struggle against the void of meaninglessness. The imagery of darkness and suggestions of being undead feed into a narrative of rebirth, where the protagonist is seeking liberation through transformation. It reflects a plea for rescue not just from another, but from the protagonist's own dormant self, emphasizing a deep yearning for purpose and genuine existence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who performs the male vocals in 'Bring Me to Life'?
Paul McCoy of the band 12 Stones provided the male vocals in 'Bring Me to Life.'

Q: What genre does 'Bring Me to Life' belong to?
The song 'Bring Me to Life' is often classified as nu metal and gothic rock.

Lyrics to “Bring Me To Life”

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[Post-Chorus: Amy Lee & Paul McCoy]
Bring me to life
I've been livin' a lie
There's nothing inside
Bring me to life
[Bridge: Amy Lee]
Frozen inside without your touch
Without your love, darling
Only you are the life among the dead
[Verse 3: Paul McCoy & Amy Lee]
All this time, I can't believe I couldn't see
Kept in the dark, but you were there in front of me
I've been sleeping a thousand years, it seems
Got to open my eyes to everything
Without a thought, without a voice, without a soul
Don't let me die here
There must be something more
Bring me to life
[Chorus: Amy Lee & Paul McCoy]
(Wake me up) Wake me up inside
(I can't wake up) Wake me up inside
(Save me) Call my name and save me from the dark
(Wake me up) Bid my blood to run
(I can't wake up) Before I come undone
(Save me) Save me from the nothing I've become
[Post-Chorus: Amy Lee & Paul McCoy]
Bring me to life
I've been livin' a lie (Bring me to life)
There's nothing inside
Bring me to life