One Last Breath by Creed deals with themes of despair and redemption. It reflects lead singer Scott Stapps personal struggles with fame, addiction, and faith. The song was inspired by a moment of clarity and renewed faith for Stapp. Released in 2002, it became one of the bands biggest hits, symbolizing the internal struggle and search for hope.
Key: D
Introduction:
D
A
Bm
G
(x2)
D
A
Bm
Please come now, I think I'm falling
G
D
I'm Holding on to all I think is safe
A
Bm
I seem to've found the road to nowhere
G
D
and I'm trying to escape
A
Bm
I yelled back when I heard thunder
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D
but I'm down to one last breath
A
Bm
G
and with it let me say, let me say
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F#
Hold me now
Bm
G
D
I'm six feet from the edge and I'm thinkin'
F#
Bm
G
maybe six feet ain't so far down
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A
Bm
I'm looking down, now that it's over
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D
reflecting on all of my mistakes
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Bm
I thought i found the road to somewhere,
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D
somewhere in His grace
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Bm
I cried out "Heaven save me!"
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D
but I'm down to one last breath
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Bm
G
and with it let me say, let me say
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F#
Hold me now
Bm
G
D
I'm six feet from the edge and I'm thinkin'
F#
Bm
G
maybe six feet ain't so far down
D
F#
Hold me now
Bm
G
D
I'm six feet from the edge and I'm thinkin'
F#
Bm
G
maybe six feet ain't so far down
Bm
G
Bm
G
I'm so far down
Em
G
D
Sad eyes follow me
A
Bm
G
cause' I still beleive there's something left for me
Em
G
D
so please come stay with me
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Bm
G
cause' I still beleive there's something left for you and me for you and me, for you and me
D
F#
Hold me now
Bm
G
I'm six feet from the edge and I'm thinkin'(thinkin')