Silent grief suffocates the room
I feel my breathing speed up at the thought of you
My inner voice seems to want me dead
Only choice to vanish down the trail I bled
You’re never far away, I always see you
And when it all goes dark you light my way through
Never fade
I know you think you’re someone I forgot
Never fade
I’m everything you really think I’m not
Never fade
I know you think you’re someone I forgot
Never fade
Growing cold, try to numb my feeling
Lose control, all my friends are leaving
Paid the price for all the lives I used to live
Sacrifice for all the love I try to give
You’re never far away, I always see you
And when it all goes dark you light my way through
Never fade
I know you think you’re someone I forgot
Never fade
I’m everything you really think I’m not
Never fade
I know you think you’re someone I forgot
Never fade
Never fade
I know you think you’re someone I forgot
Never fade
I’m everything you really think I’m not
Never fade
I know you think you’re someone I forgot
Never fade
I’m everything you really think I’m not
Never fade
Never fade
Never fade
Exploring the Depths of Memory and Loss
“Never Fade” by Alice In Chains delves into the complexities of grief, memory, and the lingering presence of loved ones long after they are gone. The lyrics paint a haunting picture of inner turmoil, where the narrator battles suffocating grief and a sense of being haunted by the past. The refrain, “Never fade,” emphasizes the refusal—or inability—to let go of someone who remains deeply ingrained in memory. The juxtaposition of vulnerability and resilience is evident as the song addresses the struggle of moving forward while the past continues to illuminate and sometimes overshadow the present. Ultimately, “Never Fade” captures the pain and persistence of memory, and the enduring impact of those we have lost.
Song Credits
Artist: Alice In Chains
Songwriters: Jerry Cantrell, William DuVall
Release Year: 2018
Label: BMG