Live’s “Overcome” was not written as a 9/11 anthem, but it became one for many anyway. It was written before the attack, and appeared on Live’s mediocre “experimental” V, released in September 2001. In the wake of the World Trade Center’s collapse, the song struck a chord. Here’s the first verse:
Even now
the world is bleeding
but feeling just fine
all alone in a castle
where we’re always free to choose
never free enough to find
I wish something would break
Cos we’re running out of time
Here are the full lyrics, the video, a 9/11 tribute video, and a live performance.
When I saw this song performed in concert, it was quite intense. Alas, Live is on hiatus. Ed Kowalczyk and the other band members have gone their separate ways.