“Hang by a Thread” Lyrics by Alter Bridge is a latest English song from Alter Bridge in the voice of Alter Bridge. Its music is composed by Michael “Elvis” Baskette while brand new “Hang by a Thread” song lyrics are written by Alter Bridge.
The song is about someone worn down by betrayal and emotional abuse, feeling defeated and exhausted. He admits the relationship is broken and hurting him, but he refuses to lose his dignity. Even when he feels weak and hanging by a thread, he finds strength to walk away, stand his ground, and choose a better life without being hurt again.
Hang by a Thread Lyrics
[Verse 1]
There is nothing left, I’m giving in
I can’t win, I can’t win
I’ve been wasting time, I won’t pretend
No, not again, never again
[Refrain]
I was fooled, how could I know that this was doomed to fall apart?
But the truth is hard to hold when time reveals a dark and heavy heart
A dark and heavy heart
[Verse 2]
I can bear the weight of this no more
I can’t ignore the spite and scorn
And these bloodshot eyes are battle worn
Goddamn this war, can’t take much more
[Pre-Chorus]
But my dignity and pride are like a shield to this abuse
In the end I will survive, I’ve seen the darkest days
But now I’m free to choose
A life away from you
[Chorus]
And though I hang by a thread
You’ll never keep a good man down
And though you pushed to the end
It’s time for me to stand my ground
[Bridge]
Once you’re betrayed, you never trust
And when it’s from the ones you love
Nothing’s the same, not as it was
Never as it was
[Pre-Chorus]
There is nothing left, I’m giving in
I can’t win, I can’t win
[Chorus/Outro]
And though I hang by a thread
You’ll never keep a good man down
And though you pushed to the end
It’s time for me to stand my ground
My better angels defend
My dignity at least for now
You’ll never hurt me again
No, you won’t keep this good man down
No, you won’t keep this good man down
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Hang by a Thread Lyrics Meaning
[Verse 1]
He feels completely drained and accepts that the fight is over. He admits he cannot win anymore and sees that staying has only wasted his time. This time he refuses to lie to himself and promises he will not repeat the same painful mistake again.
[Refrain]
He realizes he was tricked and never saw the collapse coming. As time passes, the truth becomes clearer but also heavier to face. The person he trusted shows a cold and damaged inner side, and understanding this hurts deeply because the emotional weight grows stronger with every realization, leaving him shocked and questioning his own judgment.
[Verse 2]
He is overwhelmed by constant pressure and can no longer carry it. Cruel words and disrespect surround him, and the stress shows in his tired eyes. The situation feels like a never-ending battle, and he admits he is close to breaking.
[Pre-Chorus]
Even with all the pain, he holds on to his self-respect as protection. He reminds himself that he has survived worse moments before and will survive this too. Now he understands he has a choice, and he chooses to walk away and build a life without this harmful connection that once controlled him deeply.
[Chorus]
Although he feels barely holding on, he refuses to be defeated. Being pushed to his limits awakens his strength. He decides this is the moment to stop backing down, protect himself, and finally stand firm against the person who kept trying to break him.
[Bridge]
He reflects on how betrayal permanently changes a person. When trust is broken by someone close, it cuts deeper and leaves lasting damage. After that, relationships never feel the same again, and innocence is lost, making it hard to believe things can return to how they once were.
[Pre-Chorus]
He admits defeat in the situation, realizing he has nothing left to fight with and accepting that he cannot win no matter.
[Chorus/Outro]
He acknowledges how fragile he feels but refuses to be crushed. Despite being pushed to the edge, he stands up for himself and defends his self-worth. His inner voice guides him to protect his dignity and draw firm boundaries. He declares that the cycle of pain is over and that this person no longer has power over him. Even wounded, he believes his strength will keep him standing. He repeats this promise to remind himself that resilience defines him, and no amount of pressure will strip away the goodness and pride he still carries inside.
Hang by a Thread Song Detail
| Song Title | Hang by a Thread |
| Album | Alter Bridge |
| Singer(s) | Alter Bridge |
| Musician(s) | Michael “Elvis” Baskette |
| Lyricist(s) | Alter Bridge |
| Release Date | January 9, 2026 |
| Label | Napalm Records |
| Language | English |
FAQs
Q. Who has sung Hang by a Thread song?
A. Hang by a Thread song is sung by Alter Bridge.
Q. Who wrote Hang by a Thread lyrics?
A. Hang by a Thread lyrics are penned by Alter Bridge.
Q. Who has given the music of Hang by a Thread song?
A. Hang by a Thread music is composed and produced by Michael “Elvis” Baskette.
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