Step Up To The Microphone
Newsboys Lyrics
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To anyone who's listening
Put on a show
If that's what makes your ears prick
This microphone
Will take a word and make it bigger
Oh hello
So here goes
Steppin' right up to the microphone
I say hey man!
There's only one way!
One God one body one faith alone
If you don't know
Then ya need to be told!
I said hey boy
It's a narrow road
I say hello
To anyone who's listening
The message ain't nothing new
I don't decide what's true
So when the stones get thrown
They either miss or
They turn to glory
Here's the story as far as I know
Steppin' up
I don't step alone
The question is "how do we know
What we know"
The answer is so plain to me
So here I go
Tap the mic "test 1, 2, 3"
The song "Step Up To The Microphone" by Newsboys is all about using the power of the microphone to spread a message. The lyrics start off with a greeting to anyone who may be listening and acknowledges that putting on a show may be necessary in order to capture their attention. It emphasizes the effectiveness of the microphone as a tool to amplify one's voice and share a message with a wider audience.
The song's chorus then brings in a message of faith and unity, stating that there is only one God, one body, and one faith alone. The song encourages listeners to embrace this message and follow the narrow road to salvation. The lyrics acknowledge that this message may not be new, but it is an important one nonetheless. And while there may be those who disagree and throw stones, the message will ultimately shine through and turn to glory.
The song ends by reiterating the power of the microphone and the importance of using it to share messages that matter. The singer taps the mic and says "test 1, 2, 3" as a reminder that the microphone is there to be used.
Line by Line Meaning
I say hello
I am acknowledging and greeting anyone who may be listening to what I am about to say.
To anyone who's listening
I am specifically addressing those who are paying attention to my words.
Put on a show
If entertaining you is what it takes to grab your interest, then I am willing to do just that.
If that's what makes your ears prick
If putting on an impressive performance is what will make you listen to my message more intently, then that's what I will try to do.
This microphone
I am referring to the piece of equipment I am currently using to amplify my voice.
Will take a word and make it bigger
The microphone has the power to enhance the volume and projection of my words, making them louder and more impactful.
Oh hello
This is a casual way of addressing someone and getting their attention.
So here goes
I am about to say what I believe in and take a stand on something.
Steppin' right up to the microphone
I am literally approaching the microphone to begin speaking.
I say hey man!
I am addressing someone in a casual yet assertive manner.
There's only one way!
I believe there is only one true path and solution to the challenges we face.
One God one body one faith alone
I believe that there is only one God and all people must come together under one faith and body to achieve true harmony.
If you don't know
If you are not aware or do not believe in what I am saying.
Then ya need to be told!
I feel obligated to inform and educate you about what I believe in.
I said hey boy
I am addressing someone else specifically, still in a direct yet slightly condescending tone.
It's a narrow road
The path to righteousness and truth is not an easy or wide one to travel down.
The message ain't nothing new
What I am saying is not groundbreaking or revolutionary in any way.
I don't decide what's true
I am not the one who determines what is right or wrong, only that there is a higher power that does.
So when the stones get thrown
When people try to attack or criticize me for my beliefs.
They either miss or
They are unable to hit their target or make any real impact.
They turn to glory
Instead of harm, their words and actions end up glorifying and strengthening my cause.
Here's the story as far as I know
This is the narrative that I currently believe in and stand behind.
Steppin' up
I am standing up and voicing my opinion.
I don't step alone
I am not alone in my beliefs and there are others who stand and fight with me.
The question is "how do we know
The question everyone should be asking is "how can we truly know what the truth is?
What we know"
What is real and true is often difficult to navigate and figure out.
The answer is so plain to me
I personally believe that the answer is quite simple and obvious.
So here I go
I am about to attempt to explain what I believe the answer to be.
Tap the mic "test 1, 2, 3"
A classic way of testing whether a microphone is working properly before using it to make a speech or performance.
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
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