Forgive Me
Evanescence · Sound Asleep EP
I don't know what I said
But I didn't mean to hurt you
I heard the words come out
I felt that I would die
It hurts so much to hurt you
Then you look at me
You're not shouting anymore
You're silently broken
I'd give anything now
To kill those words for you
Each time I say something I regret
I cry, I don't want to lose you
But somehow I know that you will never leave me
Cause you were made for me
Somehow I'll make you see
How happy you make me
I can't live this life
Without you by my side
I need you to survive
So stay with me
You look in my eyes and I'm screaming inside
That I'm sorry
And you forgive me again
You're my one true friend
And I never meant to hurt you
Forgive Me
Forgive Me stands as a compelling song in Evanescence's early discography, appearing on the Sound Asleep EP. The track captures the band's signature gothic rock aesthetic, blending Amy Lee's haunting vocals with heavy, atmospheric instrumentation. Released during a period of significant growth following their debut album, the song reflects the emotional intensity and dramatic production that defined the group's initial rise to prominence. It serves as a bridge between their established sound and the evolving experimentalism found in later recordings. The composition highlights the band's ability to craft moody, resonant pieces that resonate with fans of alternative and hard rock. As part of their broader catalogue, it reinforces the thematic depth and sonic consistency that have made Evanescence a lasting force in modern rock music.