The song "Surrender" by Evanescence portrays a dark and intense love obsession. The lyrics suggest a sense of possession and control over the subject of the song, with the speaker insisting that their loved one cannot abandon them and belongs solely to them. They want their loved one to give in and surrender completely to their love. The opening lines, "Is this real enough for you? / You were so confused / Now that you've decided to stay / We'll remain together," reveal that the subject of the song was initially uncertain about their relationship, but now that they have chosen to stay, the speaker believes they will stay together forever. The repeated phrases "Breathe in and take my life in you / No longer myself only you" express a desire for the subject to merge their lives completely with the speaker's, emphasizing that they should give up their individuality for the sake of their love. The line "There's no escaping me, my love" illustrates the speaker's possessiveness and the belief that the subject will never be able to break free from their grasp. They assert that surrendering to their love is inevitable. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of chasing or pursuing the subject, as evidenced in the lines "Darling, there's no sense in running / You know I will find you." This implies that the speaker will always seek out their loved one, no matter how far they try to escape. The repeated refrain of "Surrender" emphasizes the theme of submission and giving in to the overwhelming love being portrayed. The final lines, "You will surrender to me / There's no escaping from me / I know you want her to be / You must surrender to me" further reinforce the idea that the subject is trapped and must fully give themselves over to the speaker's control. Overall, "Surrender" showcases Evanescence's signature dark and intense themes, delving into the complexities of obsession and possessive love.
