Take This

Staind · Chapter V [2005]

I can't believe how far I've gone

Watch me stumble and come undone

If you take away, these memories

All that's left, is just me

[Chorus]

'Cause I don't want this

and I don't need this

and I don't feel this

It seems that even though she's with me I can't shake this

I can't fake this

and I won't take this anymore

So you choose, to break my heart

Should have seen this from the start

I'm haunted by your apathy

All that's left is killing me

[Chorus]

You believe that the way you choose to be

I've always had to see

The brighter side of this so I don't lose my faith

Now the sun has gone away

It's getting colder everyday

So before I freeze to death there's something I should say

I don't want this

I don't need this

and I don't feel this

It seems that even though she's with me I can't shake this

and I can't fake this

and I won't take this anymore

And though you say you understand you still won't face this

Can't erase this

I won't embrace this anymore

Staind - Take This

Take This stands as a defining track from Staind's 2005 album Chapter V, marking a significant period in the band's post-hardcore evolution. Following the massive commercial success of their earlier work, this recording showcases the group's continued ability to blend heavy guitar riffs with introspective, emotional vocals. The song reflects the band's mature songwriting during the mid-2000s, balancing melodic accessibility with the darker, heavier textures that characterized their signature sound. As part of a discography that includes numerous chart-topping singles, Take This demonstrates Staind's enduring presence in the rock landscape. The track remains a staple for fans exploring the band's extensive catalogue, offering a glimpse into their creative direction during a time of sustained popularity and artistic refinement.