"My Immortal" is a song written and performed by Ben Moody, a musician best known for his work as a guitarist and co-founder of the band Evanescence. The song was released in 2003 as part of the album "Fallen" and has since become one of the band's most popular and enduring hits.
At its core, "My Immortal" is a song about the pain and grief of losing a loved one. The lyrics explore the emotions of someone who has been left behind after the death of someone close to them, and the way that loss can feel like a physical wound that never fully heals. The song's chorus, with its haunting refrain of "I'm so tired of being here/Suppressed by all my childish fears/And if you have to leave/I wish that you would just leave/'Cause your presence still lingers here/And it won't leave me alone" perfectly captures the sense of loneliness and longing that often comes with loss.
Musically, "My Immortal" is a powerful and emotive ballad that builds from a sparse, piano-led intro to a full-blown rock anthem. Moody's guitar work is particularly noteworthy, with his evocative solos adding depth and intensity to the song. The vocals, performed by Moody's bandmate Amy Lee, are also notable for their emotional depth and range, with Lee's powerful voice perfectly capturing the raw and vulnerable emotions of the song.
Overall, "My Immortal" is a poignant and moving song that speaks to the universal experience of loss and grief. Its emotional power and memorable melodies have helped it become one of Evanescence's most popular and enduring hits, and it continues to resonate with listeners around the world.
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An alternative version appears on the band's fourth studio album Synthesis 2017. Neither do I fully buy the unrequited love theory, but I suppose it could be plausable. I love My Immortal, as well as Broken Seether feat Amy Lee , Hurt the Johnny Cash version , and Let Her Go Passenger. I gave him hugs, took him out for food, watched movies and tv shows with him. . What's the meaning of this and also what is it saying? My Mom would hold his hand and I would care for him while we were there.
My Immortal
Whether it's through death or suicide, a break-up, or just losing someone you loved. Retrieved July 24, 2011. A love that was never returned and she is left to pick up all the pieces of an abusive and broken relationship. When I hear this song I cant help but think about my mom's best friend like my aunt who passed away when I was 12. . Retrieved July 23, 2011.
My Immortal by Evanescence
I went to their house every day to help my Mom care for him. Every song can and usually will mean something different to everybody. Beacuse when he died, he took a piece of me with him. To create a music list, please sign in. He left me alone with her. This And Bring Me To Life R My Fave Songs Of Hers! This song emphasizes on lingering memories that haunt, go unchanged and leave one helplessly trapped.
BEN MOODY Puts New Spin On EVANESCENCE's 'My Immortal' (Audio)
. And to me it is like she is talking abotu herself. We were living in Little Rock around 2003 2004 time. As a song writer myself, I know that my lyrics and music come straight from God. It was released by Wind-up Records on December 8, 2003, as the third single from the album. I do think the song is about suicide, hence the bandages on Amy Lee's wrists and ankles. She died of cancer in the liver.
Is my immortal about depression?
If you look into the words you can see how the relationship was. Ben writes lyrics out of nowhere, Amy always writes about her feelings and life, this song is different. Maybe she was just having a bad day that you thought she was snobbish. . My female friend has been in love with my male friend for years, and they are truly soul mates, but for some reason he doesn't return the sentiment. He's come to me in dreams, even told me that our granddaughter was going to be born on my birthday, before our daughter even knew she was pregnant. If Amy Lee related to all her songs, than she's definitely got a tragic life and should go to therapy.
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Retrieved September 23, 2011. . Retrieved August 20, 2011. Like when it says "You used to captivate me, by your reasonating light, but now I'm bound,by the life you left behind. The real truth with this song as is true with so many you will never know unless you are in the heart of the writer at that specific time in their life.
Retrieved May 4, 2018. . Amy Lee does hate this song, but i have much respect for her. Undoubtedly it has touched the hearts and lives of so many. I'm so tired of being here Suppressed by all my childish fears And if you have to leave I wish that you would just leave Your presence still lingers here And it won't leave me alone These wounds won't seem to heal This pain is just too real There's just too much that time cannot erase When you cried I'd wipe away all of your tears When you'd scream I'd fight away all of your fears And I've held your hand through all of these years But you still have. I tried SlipKnoTs 'Subliminal Verses Volume 3' But that stuff didnt help me. The single was certified gold in the United States, and platinum in Australia.
