I know your life is empty
And you hate to face this world alone
So you're searching for an angel
Someone who can make you whole

I cannot save you
I can't even save myself
So just save yourself

I know that you've been damaged
Your soul has suffered such abuse
But I am not your savior
I am just as fucked as you (I am just as fucked as you)

I cannot save you
I can't even save myself
So just save yourself

Please don't take pity on me
Please don't take pity on me
Please don't take pity on me
Please don't take pity on me

My life has been a nightmare
My soul is fractured to the bone
And if I must be lonely
I think I'd rather be alone (I think I'd rather be alone)

You cannot save me
You can't even save yourself

I cannot save you
I can't even save myself
Save yourself
So just save yourself


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Save Yourself Lyrics as written by Christopher Hall Andy Kubiszewski

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    I absolutely love these lyrics.

    I think the song is basically about someone turning to you to make them whole Yet....like the lyrics say - "I'm just as fucked as you" lol But truth be told...no love or person can make u whole..you gotta do that yourself. Reason why the song is so true and great!

    Erika144on March 25, 2013   Link

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