Story Behind The Song
When the Queensland floods were happening we were inspired by the images and stories we were seeing to write a song encompassing the spirit of our country and particularly the men and women of our emergency services organisations.
Song Description
A pledge of help, faith, courage and support in the face of adversity with the intention of inspiring people through difficult times.
| Song Length |
4:08 |
Genre |
Pop - Easy Listening, New Age - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Very Slow (Under 70) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Gracious, Poignant |
Subject |
Courage, Encouragement |
| Similar Artists |
Celine Dion, Cyndi Lauper |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
What is happening here
Why is everything changing
There's only oceans of tears
But rest your weary hand in mine
When the darkness comes, I will raise you up
When the rivers run, I will raise you up
Till the day is done and the war is over
In the pouring rain, I will raise you up
Won't you call my name and I will raise you up
I'll be the angel on your shoulder
I will send out your prayer
When your smile is broken
I know nothing is fair
But you won't climb this wall alone
When the darkness comes, I will raise you up
When the rivers run, I will raise you up
Till the day is done and the war is over
In the pouring rain, I will raise you up
Won't you call my name and I will raise you up
I'll be the angel on your shoulder
When the hurt, starts to fly, through your heart, through your eyes
Look for me I'm by your side
When the darkness comes, I will raise you up
When the rivers run, I will raise you up
Till the day is done and the war is over
In the pouring rain, I will raise you up
Won't you call my name and I will raise you up
I'll be the angel on your shoulder