Stay Alive
Poison · Native Tongue [1993]
Yeah, I do
You don't see it coming
hear it coming
Acting like you know nothing
About that strange rumor going on around here
Take me back to the land of the living
Take me down where the sun do shine
Take me back, things be different
You get it, got it, ooooh, you better get it now
Chorus:
Stay alive, let your soul rise up from the bottom
Stay alive, don't let it take you down for the very last time
Stay alive, It don't do you no good looking up from the bottom
Stay alive, don't let it take you down for the very last time
You talk about lies and pain
It don't do you no good with your face in the cocaine
Love, hate, watch that mother
She'll bring you down like no other I've seen
If you know what I mean
Take me back, got to face that demon
Take me down, don't play its fool
Take me back, things be different
You get it, got it, ooooh, you better get it now
Chorus
No, I ain't seen nothin'
No, I ain't seen nothin'
No, I ain't seen nothin' like you before
Repeat Chorus
Stay Alive
Released in 1993 on the album Native Tongue, Stay Alive marks a distinct chapter in Poison's discography as the band navigated a shift in the hard rock landscape. Following the massive commercial success of their earlier glam metal era, this track reflects the group's continued exploration of melodic rock during the early nineties. The recording captures the band's signature blend of polished production and anthemic songwriting, maintaining the energetic spirit that defined their previous hits while adapting to the evolving musical tastes of the time. As part of their fourth studio effort, the song stands as a testament to the group's resilience and enduring presence in the rock genre, showcasing their ability to craft memorable melodies that resonated with fans during a transitional period in their career.