She's Alive

André 3000 · The Love Below [2003]

[Andre 3000 - Bridge]

A boy to raise

At a young age

No help from him

But she's alive

To be made strong

But all alone

Must be a pain

But she's alive



[Andre 3000 - Verse One]

The year was 1975

That night crickets cried

They knew what was going down

Three girls travel a long country road

And one said she thinks it's time

This baby wants to come right now



[Andre 3000 - Bridge]

A boy to raise

At a young age

No help from him

But she's alive

To be made strong

But all alone

Must be a pain

But she's alive



[Woman talking]

I was scufflin' going to school

I was scufflin' working at night

And you know what

I truly believe

And that's why I tell a lot of parents

Single parents, don't tell me what God can't do.

I made sure you had

I never felt like you should be deprived of anything

If a man didn't want to take care of his child

You move on

And that's what I did

I moved on



[Andre 3000 - Bridge]

A boy to raise

At a young age

No help from him

But she's alive

To be made strong

But all alone

Must be a pain

But she's alive



A boy to raise

At... at a young age

No help from him

But she's alive



[Woman talking]

He always wanted to be a father

But he never took care of you

He ain't have no money

He ain't have nothin'

How can you care about somebody

And you never give the welfare of them



[Andre 3000 - Bridge]

A boy to raise

At a young age

No help from him

But she's alive

To be made strong

But all alone

Must be a drag

But she's alive



A boy to raise

At a young age...

No help from him

But she's alive

To be made strong

But all alone

Must...



[Woman talking]

and I knew I had to go that road by myself



[Andre 3000]

She's alive

She's Alive

She's Alive stands as a vibrant example of André 3000's eclectic songwriting on The Love Below, the second half of OutKast's landmark 2003 double album. The track showcases the artist's signature blend of soulful melodies and unconventional rhythmic structures, distinguishing itself within a catalogue known for pushing genre boundaries. While often overshadowed by the massive commercial success of Hey Ya!, this recording highlights the experimental spirit that defined the era. The song contributes to a broader body of work that redefined Southern hip-hop and brought a fresh, psychedelic energy to mainstream audiences. It remains a testament to the artist's ability to craft intimate, emotionally resonant moments alongside high-energy anthems, solidifying the album's status as a cohesive artistic statement rather than a collection of singles.