"Lucy" is the fifth single of the 2009 album Awake by the Christian rock band Skillet, and is the twelfth and final track on the album (not including the deluxe edition).
Meaning and concept
John Cooper initially refrained from discussing the song's full meaning, stating that it has "a gist of regret where you wish you had done things differently""Skillet Awake Song By Song Breakdown.." (Jun 30, 2009). Stereotruth.net. Retrieved July 27, 2017.(Archived page, original link is riddled with malware now.) and "even though there's a specific story, it has a lot of interpretations that have kind of meant a lot to a lot of people already."DiBiase, John. (Apr 15, 2010). Interview with John Cooper. Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved May 6, 2011.
In November 2010, at a concert at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Cooper revealed it is about a young couple struggling with feelings of regret after an abortion.Vetter, Chris. (Nov 14, 2010). "Music Beat: Skillet Packs Target Center." Leader-Telegram. Retrieved May 6, 2011. He retold this story and further explained his intent in writing the song in an Air 1 interview posted on Skillet's official website:"'Lucy' - The Story Behind The Song." (Mar 7, 2011). Skillet.com. Retrieved May 6, 2011. Skillet - Lucy Story Behind The Song.. Retrieved May 25, 2012.
Charts ChartPeakpositionChristian Rock Radio21Christian CHR12U.S. Christian Songs49
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