I've Never
... been more alive than now.
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One of the most amazing things in life are found in it's dichotomies. Strength at times of weakness. Love in times of apparent hate or betrayal. The older I get, the more I see them. This piece was inspired by those times in life when we think we're supposed to be one thing and we turn out to be another even better version that you didn't know you could be.
I've Never
[instrumental intro]
[Verse 1]
I've never been taller
Than when I was on my knees
Head bowed, heart breaking open
Finally learning to breathe
I've never been more resolute
Than standing in that fire
Life-altering pain crashing over
And I didn't run, I didn't tire
[Chorus]
I've never been stronger
Than after I surrendered
I've never been more powerful
Than after they lied and left me bleeding
I've never seen more clearly
Than through these streaming tears
I've never, I've never, I've never…
Been more alive than here
[Verse 2]
I've never been more hopeful
Than after I finally prayed
Words I didn't even believe
Somehow carried me anyway
The weight I carried for so long
Started falling away that night
Every "why me" turned to "watch me"
In the hush of morning light
[Chorus]
I've never been stronger
Than after I surrendered
I've never been more powerful
Than after they cheated and mistreated
I've never seen more clearly
Than through these streaming tears
I've never, I've never, I've never…
Felt closer to being whole right here
[Bridge]
And then I chose forgiveness
Not because they deserved the grace
But because my soul was begging
To step out of that cage
[Final Chorus – softer, building]
I've never felt lighter
Than after I forgave
Every chain I thought was iron
Turned to dust and drifted away
I've never been taller
Than when I was on my knees
I've never been more me
Than in the moment I was freed
[Outro – gentle, almost spoken]
I've never…
I've never…
I've never been more alive
Than now
This is original work is produced by AK Darvinson with a combination of observation, critical thinking, insight, heart, compassion, passion, creativity, and technology. All rights are reserved. Free sharing is encouraged. Commercial use via license only.
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