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Shadows

By The Afters

2,137 views Jun 25, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

The Afters' song 'Shadows' is a Christian rock anthem about emerging from darkness and finding new life. The lyrics use imagery of breaking through concrete, waking statues, and rising from shadows to describe a spiritual awakening. The song conveys a sense of urgency and transformation, as the singer declares they have nothing to lose and are ready to rise. It echoes themes of redemption and renewal, similar to the prodigal son story. The repeated call to 'awaken my soul' emphasizes a desire for spiritual revival and freedom from past struggles.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I am breaking

Through the concrete

Like an inmate

To the light of day

I'll take my chances

On the outside

With a dark side

That I can't escape


If you know me you know I got nothing to lose

It's do or die but this time I'm gonna do

If you know me you know I got nothing to lose


Wake up the statues

Breathe out the dust

Shock of a heartbeat

Rush of the blood

Breaking in to my skin

Feel the burning again

I can't escape it

It's time to

Rise up from the shadows

Rise up from the shadows


All the circuits

Reigniting

Like a lighter

In a stadium

Echoes of angels

In cathedrals

Calling my name

Like a prodigal


If you know me you know I got nothing to lose

It's do or die but this time I'm gonna do

If you know me you know I got nothing to lose


Wake up the statues

Breathe out the dust

Shock of a heartbeat

Rush of the blood

Breaking in to my skin

Feel the burning again

I can't escape it

It's time to

Rise up from the shadows

Rise up from the shadows

Rise up from the shadows


Awaken my soul

Awaken my senses

This flesh and bones

Rise up from the shadows

Awaken my soul

Awaken my senses

This flesh and bones

Rise up from the shadows


Wake up the statues

Breathe out the dust

Shock of a heartbeat

Rush of the blood

Breaking in to my skin

Feel the burning again

I can't escape it

It's time to

Rise up from the shadows


Wake up the statues

Breathe out the dust

Shock of a heartbeat

Rush of the blood

Breaking in to my skin

Feel the burning again

I can't escape it

It's time to

Rise up from the shadows


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