Try Not to Breathe
Try Not to Breathe

R.E.M. - Try Not to Breathe Lyrics

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Oct 5, 1992
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Try Not to Breathe Lyrics

"Here's another song
And this is called 'Try Not To Breathe'"

I will try not to breathe
I can hold my head still with my hands at my knees
These eyes are the eyes of the old, shiver and fold

I will try not to breathe
This decision is mine
I have lived a full life
And these are the eyes that I want you to remember, oh (you will never see)

I need something to fly over my grave again (you will never see)
I need something to breathe

I will try not to burden you
I can hold these inside
I will hold my breath
Until all these shivers subside
Just look in my eyes

I will try not to worry you
I have seen things that you will never see
Leave it to memory me
I shudder to breathe

I want you to remember, oh (you will never see)
I need something to fly (something to fly)
Over my grave again (you will never see)
I need something to breathe (something to breathe), oh
(I will see things you will never see)
I need something to fly
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

I will try not to burden you
I can hold these inside
I will hold my breath
Until all these shivers subside
Just look in my eyes

I will try not to worry you
I have seen things that you will never see
Leave it to memory me
Don't dare me to breathe
I want you to remember, oh (you will never see)
I need something to fly (something to fly)
Over my grave again (you will never see)
I need something to breathe (something to breathe)
(I will see things you will never see)
I need something to fly (something to fly)
Why do you shiver now? Why do you shiver?
I want you to remember

"Thank you"

"Thanks a lot"

Writer(s): Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Michael Mills, Michael Stipe
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Try Not to Breathe' by R.E.M.?

    The lyrics for 'Try Not to Breathe' were written by Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Michael Mills, and Michael Stipe.

  2. Which album features 'Try Not to Breathe' by R.E.M.?

    'Try Not to Breathe' is featured on R.E.M.'s eighth studio album, 'Automatic for the People,' which was released in 1992.

  3. What inspired the song 'Try Not to Breathe'?

    According to Songfacts, 'Try Not to Breathe' is about a dying person telling their family not to cry because they have lived a full life and are ready to pass on.

  4. Are there any notable live performances of 'Try Not to Breathe'?

    'Try Not to Breathe' has been performed live during various R.E.M. tours. One notable performance was during MTV Unplugged in 1991, where the band delivered an acoustic rendition of the song.

  5. What instruments are prominently featured in 'Try Not to Breathe'?

    'Try Not to Breathe' features a blend of acoustic guitar and mandolin, creating a hauntingly beautiful sound that complements its introspective lyrics.

  6. Has 'Try Not to Breathe' been covered by other artists?

    'Try Not to Breathe' has inspired several cover versions by various artists over the years, showcasing its lasting impact and emotional resonance with listeners.

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