Story Behind The Song
Darren Holden watched a CNN news report on the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans 2005 and immediately poured his heart out with the lyrics of this song.
It was released to raise much needed funds for Habitat in the effort to house and get much needed supplies to the homeless.
Song Description
This song was written in the aftermath of the devastating Hurricane Katrina in 2005. It almost write itself, such was the emotion involved. It is also a song that could refer to any situation, where encouragement to carry on is needed.
Song Length |
4:46 |
Genre |
Pop - Standards, Unique - Gospel |
Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Crying, Courage |
Similar Artists |
Michael Bolton, George Strait |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
I've seen darkness, I've seen pain
I've been left outside in the howling rain
I've heard heartbreak and tiny screams
As I wade through streets of broken dreams
Through these tears, I think I see a light
And I swear, I won't go down without a fight
I've been through hell and high water
I've built a wall of strength around me, and now a world of love surrounds me
I've been through hell and high water
I know whatever comes my way, tomorrow will always be a brand new day
Little sister, don't you cry
Don't search for answers, 'cause it will be alright
Little brother, hey what's your name?
Don't hold it all inside, don't you be ashamed
Climb aboard, we're heading for dry land
All you've got to do, is take hold of my hand
We've been through hell and high water
We built a wall of strength around us, now a world of love surrounds us
We've been through hell and high water
I know whatever comes our way, tomorrow will always be a brand new day
Instrument break
I've been witness to a love beyond compare
I was under, now I'm coming up for air
I've been through hell and high water
I've built a wall of strength around me, and now a world of love surrounds me
We've been through hell and high water
We built a wall of strength around us, and now a world of love surrounds us
We've been through hell and high water
I know whatever comes our way, tomorrow will always be a brand new day
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