Awake and Alive

Skillet

About Awake and Alive

"Awake and Alive" is the third single of the 2009 album Awake by the Christian rock band Skillet and is the fourth track on the album. It was released on February 15, 2010 to Christian Hard rock and Rock radio. Before release as a single, the song charted at No. 100 in the Billboard Hot 100 for one week and No. 16 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers after the release of Awake thanks to digital sales, becoming Skillet's first song to hit the Hot 100. The song also charted at No. 1 on Christian Rock. net. It has also debuted on Christian Rock charts at No. 12. 


Year:
2009
3:31
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#12

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I'm at war with the world and they
Try to pull me into the dark
I struggle to find my faith
As I'm slippin' from your arms

It's getting harder to stay awake
And my strength is fading fast
You breathe into me at last

I'm awake I'm alive
Now I know what I believe inside
Now it's my time
I'll do what I want 'cause this is my life
Here, right here
Right now, right now
Stand my ground and never back down
I know what I believe inside
I'm awake and I'm alive

I'm at war with the world cause I
Ain't never gonna sell my soul
I've already made up my mind
No matter what I can't be bought or sold

When my faith is getting weak
And I feel like giving in
You breathe into me again

I'm awake I'm alive
Now I know what I believe inside
Now it's my time
I'll do what I want 'cause this is my life
Here, right here
Right now, right now
Stand my ground and never back down
I know what I believe inside
I'm awake and I'm alive

Waking up waking up
Waking up waking up
Waking up waking up
Waking up waking up

In the dark
I can feel you in my sleep
In your arms I feel you breathe into me
Forever hold this heart that I will give to you
Forever I will live for you

I'm awake I'm alive
Now I know what I believe inside
Now it's my time
I'll do what I want 'cause this is my life
Here, right here
Right now, right now
Stand my ground and never back down
I know what I believe inside
I'm awake and I'm alive

Waking up waking up
Waking up waking up
Waking up waking up
Waking up waking up

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Skillet

Skillet is an American Christian rock band formed in Memphis, Tennessee in 1996. The band currently consists of husband and wife John (lead vocals, bass) and Korey Cooper (rhythm guitar, keyboards, backing vocals), along with Jen Ledger (drums, vocals) and Seth Morrison (lead guitar). The band has released eight albums, two receiving Grammy nominations: Collide and Comatose. Skillet went through several lineup changes early in their career, leaving founder John Cooper as the only original member remaining in the band. Their most recent album, Awake, has now been certified Platinum and debuted on Number 2 on the Billboard Top 200, with Comatose certified Gold by RIAA. They have sold over 2 million albums in the U.S. alone[citation needed] and are known for a r… more »

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Written by: JOHN COOPER, BRIAN HOWES

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Awake and Alive" was released on August 25, 2009, as part of Skillet's 8th studio album, "Awake," which as a whole was well received by fans and critics.
Billboard Performance
The song peaked at number 100 on the Billboard Hot 100, indicating significant interest and popularity. It was the second single to be released from the album.
Songwriting Credit
Skillet's bandmate John Cooper is credited for writing "Awake and Alive," showcasing Cooper’s talent as a songwriter along with his duties as the lead vocalist.
Genre
Like many of Skillet's songs, "Awake and Alive" falls under the Christian Rock genre, reflecting the band's religious messaging in their music.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics emphasize inner strength and overcoming obstacles, with spiritual underpinnings. This is a common theme for Skillet, who often weave messages of strength and faith into their music.
Sales Milestone
"Awake and Alive" was certified platinum selling over 1,000,000 copies in the United States by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Live Performances
"Awake and Alive" is a fan favorite at live concerts, where the band often utilizes pyrotechnics and intense light shows to accompany their high-energy performance of the song.
Collaboration
The song features guest vocals from Lacey Sturm, then the lead vocalist of the alternative rock band Flyleaf. Sturm's contributions to "Awake and Alive" make it a standout track on the album.
Music Video
The official music video for "Awake and Alive" has garnered significant popularity, with over 128 million views on the band’s YouTube channel as of 2022.
Song Duration
The track’s duration is 3 minutes and 30 seconds, making it a relatively concise and easily digestible listen despite its depth of content and heavy sound.

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