My Last Breath
Evanescence · Demos 2001-2002
You know I can't stay long
All I wanted to say was I love you
And I'm not afraid
Can you hear me
Can you feel me in your arms
Holding my last breath
Safe inside myself
Are all my thoughts of you
Sweet raptured light
It ends here tonight
I'll miss the winter
A world of fragile things
Look for me in the white forest
Hiding in a hollow tree (come find me)
I know you hear me
I can taste it in your tears
Holding my last breath
Safe inside myself
Are all my thoughts of you
Sweet raptured light
It ends here tonight
Closing your eyes to disappear
You pray your dreams will leave you here
But still you wake and know the truth
No one's there
Say goodnight
Don't be afraid
Calling me, calling me
As you fade to black
Holding my last breath
Safe inside myself
Are all my thoughts of you
Sweet raptured light
It ends here tonight
Holding my last breath
Safe inside myself
Are all my thoughts of you
Sweet raptured light
It ends here tonight
My Last Breath
Released on the 2001-2002 Demos album, 'My Last Breath' stands as a pivotal track in Evanescence's early development. Originally recorded during the band's formative years, the song served as a foundational element for their debut studio album, Fallen. The track showcases the group's signature blend of gothic rock and alternative metal, characterized by Amy Lee's emotive vocals and the band's atmospheric production. While the final studio version was polished for wider release, this demo recording captures the raw energy and creative direction that defined their initial sound. It remains a significant piece of their discography, illustrating the evolution of their musical identity before achieving mainstream success.