Somebody Save Me Lyrics - Eminem & Jelly Roll

The song "Save Me" by Eminem is a poignant exploration of the rapper's personal struggles with addiction and the profound impact it has had on his relationships, particularly with his daughters and family. The introspective lyrics and heartfelt delivery paint a vivid picture of Eminem grappling with guilt, remorse, and a longing for redemption amidst the throes of substance abuse.

[Intro: Eminem & Alaina]
Daddy?
Huh?
Food's here
Kept buyin' and see who gets it
Come eat
Alaina, I'm so tired
Just come eat
Alaina, I'll be there in a minute, I promise
Stop
But wake up
Shut the door

Explanation of Introduction
This intro sets a scene of domesticity disrupted by underlying tension. Alaina calls out to her father, Eminem, who responds wearily. Their interaction centers around food and tiredness, but hints at deeper emotional struggles and a sense of detachment.

[Chorus: Jelly Roll]
Somebody save me
Me from myself
I've spent so long livin' in hell

Explanation of Chorus
The chorus expresses a plea for salvation from one's own destructive tendencies and inner turmoil. It reflects on the speaker's prolonged experience of suffering and feeling trapped in a personal hell, seeking rescue or relief from their circumstances.

[Verse 1: Eminem]
Another pill as I start to spiral
Message to my daughters
I don't even deserve the father title
Hailie, I'm so sorry
I know I wasn't there for your first guitar recital
Didn't walk you down the aisle
Missed the birth of your first child
Your first podcast, lookin' down, sweetie
I'm so proud of how you turned out
Sorry that I chose drugs and put 'em above you
Sorry that I didn't love you enough to
Give 'em up, how the fuck do
I not love you more than a pill?
Lookin' up to the ceilin' from this floor, wonder will

Explanation of Verse 1
The first verse of the song delves into the speaker's profound regret and apology to his daughter (Hailie). It addresses the consequences of the speaker's addiction, which led him to miss significant milestones in Hailie's life, such as her first guitar recital and the birth of her child. The verse highlights the speaker's realization of failing as a father due to prioritizing drugs over his family, showcasing his deep remorse and the impact of his choices on their relationship.

[Chorus: Jelly Roll]
Somebody save me
Me from myself?
I've spent so long livin' in hell
They say my lifestyle
Is bad for my health
It's the only thing that seems to help

Explanation of Chorus
The chorus serves as a poignant plea for redemption and deliverance from the speaker's self-destructive habits. It reflects his acknowledgment of living in a personal hell caused by addiction and his desperate desire for someone or something to rescue him from this cycle of destruction.

[Verse 2: Eminem]
Alaina, sorry that you had to hear me fall in the bathroom
Sorry that I missed your gradu—, wait, Nate, I should just congratulate you
On bein' a dad to Carter and Liam, look at you
Little bro, sorry I left you
Sorry that I'll never get to
Hold or hug my little nephews
Stevie, I'm sorry, I missed you
Grow up and I didn't get to
Be the dad I wanted to be to you
Things I wanted to see you do
This is my song from me to you
Sorry I gave up, but I'm just so defeated
God, what the fuck do you want me to do?

Explanation of Verse 2
In the second verse, the speaker extends his apologies to another daughter (Alaina) and his brother (Nate). He expresses regret for not being there for Alaina during important moments and for not fulfilling his role as an uncle to Nate's children. This verse underscores the speaker's awareness of the disappointment and pain he has caused in their lives, adding layers to his ongoing struggle with addiction and its consequences.

[Chorus: Jelly Roll]
Somebody save me
Me from myself
I've spent so long livin' in hell
They say my lifestyle
Is bad for my health
It's the only thing that seems to help

Explanation of Chorus
The chorus repeats, reinforcing the speaker's plea for salvation from the destructive nature of his lifestyle. It emphasizes his recognition that despite the harmful effects on his health, addiction remains a crutch and a source of temporary relief amidst inner turmoil.

[Verse 3: Eminem]
I've been starin' at that video of Hailie
Almost daily of her playin' a guitar
In hopes maybe that'll give me the power to fight
But the addict in me's a coward, he told me that I can't do it
Had a second chance, blew it
It's like I'm stuck inside an alternate reality, but I know (What?)
I'll turn it around and be able to
Walk her and Lainie one day
To the altar as proud as can be
Right now, I'm just weak
As I fall further down in this deep hole
And farther in the ground that I sink
As they lower me in my coffin, I feel the tears all fallin' down on my cheek

Explanation of Verse 3
The final verse reflects on the speaker's attempts to find strength through memories of his daughter Hailie, hoping they will inspire him to fight his addiction. It portrays his internal conflict, admitting moments of weakness and the daunting challenge of overcoming his substance abuse. The verse ends with a poignant image of the speaker imagining his own funeral, reflecting on the weight of his regrets and the consequences of his actions.

[Outro: Jelly Roll]
I'm a lost cause
Baby, don't waste your time on me
I'm so damaged beyond repair
Life has shattered my hopes and my dreams
I'm a lost cause
Baby, don't waste your time on me
I'm so damaged beyond repair
Life has shattered my hopes and my dreams

Explanation of Outro:
The outro concludes with a somber acceptance of the speaker's damaged state and the shattered dreams caused by addiction. It conveys a plea not to waste time trying to fix him, reflecting his resignation and the harsh realities of living with addiction, despite his desire for redemption and change.

Overall
Somebody Save Me is a heartfelt exploration of Eminem's deep regret and the destructive impact of addiction on his family. It's a plea for redemption amidst personal turmoil and a poignant reflection on the consequences of his choices.