Skyscraper
Demi Lovato · Now That's What I Call Music, Vol. 37 [2011]
I am watching
Catching tear drops in my hands
Only silence has its ending
Like we never had a chance
Do you have to make me feel like
There's nothing left of me
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
As the smoke clears, I awaken
And untangle you from me
Would it make you feel better
To watch me while I bleed
All my windows still are broken
But I'm standing on my feet
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Go run, run, run
I'm gonna stay right here
Watch you disappear, yeah
Go run, run, run
Yeah, it's a long way down
But I'm closer to the clouds up here
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Skyscraper
Demi Lovato's 'Skyscraper' stands as a defining anthem of her 2011 resurgence, blending pop sensibilities with a resilient emotional core. Released on the 'Now That's What I Call Music' compilation, the track showcases her evolution from teen pop to a mature artist capable of delivering powerful, self-reflective ballads. The song's soaring melody and driving rhythm underscore themes of overcoming personal adversity and reclaiming one's identity, resonating deeply with her fanbase during the era of her 'Unbroken' album. As a cornerstone of her discography, 'Skyscraper' exemplifies her ability to craft anthems that address vulnerability while maintaining high-energy production, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in contemporary pop music.