This Is The Air I Breathe Lyrics

So, there I was, stuck in traffic, the kind that makes you question why you ever thought moving to the city was a good idea. I was sweating bullets, not just because of the heat, but also because I'd forgotten to put on deodorant that morning. You know those days, right? Sigh. Anyway, I was about to lose it when suddenly, the car radio kicked in, and I heard these lyrics:

This is the air I breathe,
Your loving has me on my knees.
I'm breathing in the colour,
I'm breathing out the pain.

And just like that, I was transported out of my sweaty, deodorant-less prison and into a world where the air was sweet and love was all around. I mean, who wouldn't want to breathe in love and colour, am I right?

So, What's the Deal with "This Is the Air I Breathe"?

If you're anything like me, you've found yourself humming these lyrics at some point, even if you didn't know the song was called "This Is the Air I Breathe" by Christian rock band, Newsboys. The song was released in 2002, but it's one of those tunes that just keeps on giving, you know?

Now, you might be wondering, what's the big deal about this song? Why does it have this weird hold over people? Well, my friend, let's dive in and find out.

Lyrics That Make You Feel

First off, let's talk about the lyrics. They're not your typical, "I love you, you love me, let's hold hands and skip into the sunset" kind of lyrics. No, these lyrics are deep, they're raw, they're real. They talk about love, yes, but they also talk about pain, about struggle, about being on your knees. They talk about life, in all its messy, beautiful glory.

Take this line, for instance: "I'm breathing in the colour". What does that even mean? Well, it means different things to different people, but to me, it's about finding joy in the midst of life's chaos. It's about looking for the good, even when it's hard to find. It's about choosing to see the colour, you know?

And then there's this one: "I'm breathing out the pain". This one's a bit more straightforward. It's about letting go, about not letting the pain consume you. It's about taking a deep breath and exhaling all that hurt, all that anger, all that sadness. It's about moving on, about healing.

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Music That Moves You

But it's not just the lyrics that make this song special. It's the music too. I mean, have you heard that guitar solo? It's like a symphony of emotions, you know? It's powerful, it's passionate, it's real. It makes you feel things, big things, important things. It makes you want to dance and cry and sing at the top of your lungs all at the same time.

And let's not forget the vocals. Michael Tait, the lead singer, pours his heart and soul into every word. You can hear the emotion in his voice. It's not just singing, it's feeling. And when you feel it, you can't help but sing along. I mean, who hasn't found themselves belting out "This is the air I breathe" in the shower? Come on, don't lie. We've all done it.

Why It Resonates

So, why does this song resonate with so many people? Why has it stood the test of time? I think it's because it's authentic. It's not trying to be something it's not. It's not trying to sugarcoat life. It's saying, "Yeah, life is hard. Yeah, life hurts. But there's beauty in it too. There's love, there's joy, there's colour. You just have to look for it."

And in a world that's full of noise and chaos and pain, that's a message we all need to hear. It's a message that reminds us to breathe, to look for the colour, to let go of the pain. It's a message that reminds us that even in the midst of all the craziness, there's love. There's this air we breathe.

So, the next time you're stuck in traffic, or feeling overwhelmed, or just having a bad day, turn on the radio. Find those lyrics. Breathe in the colour. Breathe out the pain. And remember, this is the air you breathe. Make it count.