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Survival

By NeedToBreathe

1,462 views Jul 12, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Needtobreathe's song 'Survival' is a raw confession of spiritual struggle and dependence on Jesus. The lyrics depict a man aware of his sin and the attacks of the enemy, yet he finds cleansing and rhythm in God's grace. He acknowledges his need for constant revival and cries out for Jesus to come quickly for his survival. The song uses vivid imagery like a river washing clean and breaking down gates, emphasizing that only God can sustain him. It's a heartfelt plea for ongoing renewal and deliverance from the pressures of life and spiritual warfare.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I got the devil on my throat

Got blood on my hands

The ones that I love are in danger

I?m a fallen man

But I found me a river

And it washes me clean

I know that I?m drowning from trying

But I?ll never leave


I know that I?m found

And I cant keep from hiding

Don?t have as choice but I get stuck deciding

I am a man in need of a constant revival

Jesus come quickly I need you for my survival


Got a lock on my soul, I?ll never let you in

Got the hounds of hell chasing, my time's running thin

But I found me a rhythm, and it breaks down my gates

Sometimes it's hard to just listen but I?m making my case


I know that I?m found

And I cant keep from hiding

Don?t have as choice but I get stuck deciding

I am a man in need of a constant revival

Jesus come quickly I need you for my survival


Like flowers need sunlight

Oceans need high tide

Like men need a long life to know that they ain?t right

Like lions need their pride

Its a matter of your time

I need you if I wanna survive


I know that I?m found

And I cant keep from hiding

Don?t have as choice but I get stuck deciding

I am a man in need of a constant revival

Jesus come quickly I need you for my survival

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