Life Of My Own
3 Doors Down · The Better Life [2000]
Wander closer to the edge
Nothing valued, think no fear
Always wondering why you're here
All your purposes are gone
Nothing's right and nothing's wrong
Nothing ventured, nothing gained
Feel no sorrow, feel no pain
Kiss me while I'm still alive
Kill me while I kiss the sky
Let me die on my own terms
Let me live and let me learn
Now I'll follow my own way
And I'll live on to another damn day
Freedom carries sacrifice
Remember when this was my life
Looking forward, not behind
Everybody's got to cross that line
Free me now to give me a place
Keep me caged and free the beast
Falling faster, time goes by
Fear is not seen through these eyes
What there was will never be
Now I'm blind and cannot see
Kiss me while I'm still alive
Kill me while I kiss the sky
Let me die on my own terms
Let me live and let me learn
Now I'll follow my own way
And I'll live on to another damn day
Freedom carries sacrifice
Remember when this was my life
Kiss me while I'm still alive
Kill me while I kiss the sky
Let me die on my own terms
Let me live and let me learn
Now I'll follow my own way
And I'll live on to another damn day
Freedom carries sacrifice
Remember when this was my life
Life Of My Own
Life Of My Own stands as a defining track from 3 Doors Down's early catalog, appearing on their 2002 breakthrough album, Away from the Sun. The recording captures the band's signature blend of hard rock and melodic sensibilities that propelled them to mainstream success in the early 2000s. As part of a discography that includes other notable works like Kryptonite and Here Without You, this song reflects the group's ability to craft emotionally resonant anthems grounded in accessible guitar-driven arrangements. The track contributes significantly to the band's enduring legacy, showcasing their consistent songwriting approach during a period of rapid commercial growth. It remains a staple in their live performances, representing the earnest, straightforward rock sound that characterized their initial rise in the American music scene.