Lithium is a powerful song by Evanescence that explores themes of depression, emotional pain, and the search for inner peace. The song was released in 2006 as part of their album “The Open Door,” and quickly became a hit among fans and critics alike.
The lyrics of Lithium are deeply introspective and paint a picture of someone who is struggling to cope with their emotions. The song begins with the singer acknowledging the weight of their sadness, saying “Lithium, don’t want to lock me up inside. Lithium, don’t want to forget how it feels without.”
Lithium, I wanna stay in love with my sorrow
Oh, but God I wanna let it go…
Throughout the song, the singer grapples with feelings of isolation and despair, singing lines such as “I’m so lonely here, there’s no one left to cry to. The pain is alive, but it’s quiet” and “I can’t hold on to me, wonder what’s wrong with me.”
However, despite the heavy subject matter, “Lithium” ultimately offers a glimmer of hope. In the chorus, the singer declares “Lithium, don’t want to forget how it feels without. Lithium, I want to stay in love with my sorrow,” suggesting that she sees the value in her pain and is committed to finding a way to move forward.
Lithium is a haunting and deeply emotional song that speaks to the universal human experience of struggle and pain. The lyrics are raw and honest, and the music is powerful and evocative. It is a testament to the enduring appeal of Evanescence’s unique sound and ability to connect with its audience profoundly.
Lyrics
Lithium, don’t wanna lock me up inside
Lithium, don’t wanna forget how it feels without
Lithium, I wanna stay in love with my sorrow
Oh, but God I wanna let it go
Come to bed, don’t make me sleep alone
Couldn’t hide the emptiness, you let it show
Never wanted it to be so cold
Just didn’t drink enough to say you love me
I can’t hold on to me
Wonder what’s wrong with me?
Lithium, don’t wanna lock me up inside
Lithium, don’t wanna forget how it feels without
Lithium, I wanna stay in love with my sorrow, oh
Don’t wanna let it lay me down this time
Drown my will to fly
Here in the darkness I know myself
Can’t break free until I let it go, let me go
Darling, I forgive you after all
Anything is better than to be alone
And in the end I guess I had to fall
Always find my place among the ashes
I can’t hold on to me
Wonder what’s wrong with me?
Lithium, don’t wanna lock me up inside
Lithium, don’t wanna forget how it feels without
Lithium, in love with you
Oh, I’m gonna let it go
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Credits
Artist: Evanescence
Album: The Open Door
Released: 2006
