Survive

Vanze's song 'Survive' is a poignant exploration of emotional dependency and the struggle to cope with the loss of a significant relationship. The lyrics convey a deep sense of regret and longing, as the narrator reflects on a past mistake that led to the separation from a loved one. The opening lines, 'Told you to walk away / That was my first and last mistake,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the narrator's realization of their error and the subsequent emotional turmoil they face. The metaphor of being a 'sinking ship' emphasizes the narrator's feelings of helplessness and despair without the presence of their partner.

The chorus, 'I need you to survive / Cause without you by my side / I can’t survive,' underscores the central theme of the song: the narrator's belief that their existence is incomplete without their partner. This intense dependency is further illustrated by the repetition of the word 'survive,' which serves to amplify the urgency and desperation in the narrator's plea. The lyrics suggest that the narrator is caught in a liminal space, 'caught in the middle of life,' where they are unable to move forward without reconciling with their partner.

In the latter part of the song, the narrator expresses a willingness to settle for friendship if it means maintaining some form of connection, 'I would just settle for being your friend / Our broken bond is not too late to mend.' This shift indicates a deep yearning for reconciliation and a hope that the relationship can be salvaged, even if it means compromising on the nature of the bond. The song's emotional depth is further enhanced by the repeated plea for one more chance, highlighting the narrator's desperation to make amends and the profound impact of the loss on their sense of self.