[Verse 1] Paula woke up at dawn ‘Cus she knew she couldn't stay Packed her things in a canvas bag Started driving to L.A [Verse 2] I once heard it's said You're defined by what you leave She didn't know about that She just needed more room to breathe [Chorus] You're alive (x5) Can you feel yourself lifting up As your heart is catching fire You're alive (x5) [?] off the ground As the lights begin to shine [Verse 3] Jimmy knew his time was short Just another year or two The doctors did everything they could But his heart won't see him through [Verse 4] He'd take the midnight train As the suburbs gently [?]
Into the clubs and city bars Where he'd dance until there's nothing left [Chorus] You're alive (x5) Can you feel yourself lifting up As your heart is catching fire You're alive (x5) [?] on the ground As the lights begin to shine [Verse 5] Break the promises you've made Waste your nights and burn your days Close your eyes and fall away [Verse 6] We are above the dark streets Distant church bells start to ring Break your heart and set you free [Chorus] You're alive (x5) Can you feel yourself lifting up As your heart is catching fire You're alive (x5) [?] on the ground As the lights begin to shine