Story Behind The Song
In 2001 a cousin of mine was involved in a severe head-on collision. He was in ICU for about 10 days. I flew to Pretoria to be with the family and while there I began to take stock of my life. I started thinking about what was important to me, what would
Song Description
Thought-provoking song about an individual's life and spirituality in the face of failures and the resulting introspection. Acoustic guitar and male vocals. Scripturally based lyrics.
Song Length |
7:11 |
Genre |
Rock - Religious, Folk - Religious |
Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Spirituality, Existence |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Strange how it feels now so familiar
Nothing but blue sky still no wings to fly
Mask on the outside so convincing.
Feelings trapped inside don't know how to find
Songs in my head have I run to the edge
Clouded by doubt will I find my way out
Inside from out I look at me
Is this really where I wanted to be
Am I someone who you can be proud of
What do I really want as my legacy
Songs in my head have I run to the edge
Clouded by doubt will I find my way out
I don't deserve the songs of love I have heard
But there must be some reason why you chose me
Chorus
Though I rise on the wings of the dawn
And I settle on the far side of the sea.
Though I try and hide away in the dark
Even there your eyes will find me
And your love will hold me.
Mere words could not tell you how I feel
You saw right through me and still you hold me
The cost I could never hope to repay
The love of your heart that you gave
Songs in my head beckon me to the edge
Despite all the doubt I want to find your way out
All of my days I will walk in your ways
That's what I want to be my legacy
Chorus