Let Me Be Myself

3 Doors Down · 3 Doors Down [2008]

I guess i just got lost

Bein' someone else

I tried to kill the pain

Nothin ever helped

I left myself behind

Somewhere along the way

Hopin to come back around

To find myself someday



Lately i'm so tired of waiting for you

To say that it's ok, but tell me

Please, would you one time

Just let me be myself

So i can shine with my own light

Let me be myself

Would you let me be myself



I'll never find my heart

Behind someone else

I'll never see the light of day

Living in this cell

It's time to make my way

Into the world i knew

Take back all of these times

That i gave in to you



Lately i'm so tired of waiting for you

To say that it's ok, but tell me

Please, would you one time

Let me be myself

So i can shine with my own light

And let me be myself

For a while, if you don't mind

Let me be myself

So i can shine with my own light

Let me be myself



That's all i've ever wanted from this world

Is to let me be me



Please would you one time

Let me be myself

So i can shine with my own light

Let me be myself

Please would you one time

Let me be myself

So i can shine with my own light

Let me be myself

For a while, if you don't mind

Let me be myself

So i can shine with my own light

Let me be myself

Would you one time... oooh

Let me be myself

Let me be me

Let Me Be Myself

Released on the 2008 album 3 Doors Down, "Let Me Be Myself" stands as a defining track in the band's evolution from hard rock to alternative rock. Featuring the iconic vocal performance of Zakk Wylde, the song blends melodic hooks with the group's signature heavy instrumentation, reflecting a more mature sound compared to their earlier work. The track explores themes of authenticity and self-acceptance, resonating with listeners seeking emotional depth within a rock framework. As a staple of their discography, it exemplifies the band's ability to maintain their energetic live presence while refining their musical palette during this pivotal era.