Let Me Go

3 Doors Down · Seventeen Days [2005]

One more kiss could be the best thing

But one more lie could be the worst

And all these thoughts are never resting

And you're not something I deserve



In my head there's only you now

This world falls on me

In this world there's real and make believe

And this seems real to me



[Chorus]

You love me but you don't know who I am

I'm torn between this life I lead and where I stand

And you love me but you don't know who I am

So let me go

Let me go



I dream ahead to what I hope for

And I turn my back on loving you

How can this love be a good thing

When I know what I'm goin through



In my head there's only you now

This world falls on me

In this world there's real and make believe

And this seems real to me



You love me but you don't know who I am

I'm torn between this life I lead and where I stand

You love me but you don't know who I am

So let me go

Just Let me goo...

Let me go



And no matter how hard I try

I can't escape these things inside I know

I knowww..

When all the pieces fall apart

You will be the only one who knows

Who knows



You love me but you don't know who I am

I'm torn between this life I lead and where I stand

And you love me but you don't know Who I am

So let me go

Just let me go



And you love me but you don't

You love me but you don't

You love me but you don't know who I am

And you love me but you don't

You love me but you don't

You love me but you don't know me

Let Me Go

Released in 2005 on the album Seventeen Days, "Let Me Go" by 3 Doors Down is a defining track of the nu-metal and alternative rock era. The song features the band's signature blend of heavy distortion and melodic hooks, anchored by Brad Arnold's emotive vocals. As a staple of their discography, it exemplifies the group's ability to merge aggressive instrumentation with heartfelt lyrical themes regarding heartbreak and resilience. The recording remains a significant part of their catalog, showcasing the band's evolution from their early 2000s roots into a more polished sound while retaining their core identity. It stands as a powerful example of mid-2000s rock music that resonated with a wide audience.