Thankful
Aaron Pritchett Lyrics
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My mind's always cluttered with other stuff
I race and I rush
I'm always tired and tangled
But I'm down here on the ground
Taking a good, hard look around
I wanna tell you now,
For every new day that I'm still breathing
This blue sky sun shine feeling, I'm feeling
For every moment I have
I'm so thankful
For the beautiful colorful world that surrounds me
The love in the eyes of the people around me
I want you to know
I am so thankful
I think about that fiery crash
That night in the rain everything went black
I walked out without a scratch in the arms of an angel
But when I look out to the west
On a beautiful day at that red sunset
I know I've been so blessed
And I'm so thankful
For every new day that I'm still breathing
This blue sky sunshine feeling, I'm feeling
For every moment I have
I'm so thankful
For the beautiful, colorful world that surrounds me
The love in the eyes of the people around me
I want you to know, God, that I am so thankful
I could count my blessings all day long
'Cause once I start
The list goes on and on and on and on
The smile on my face, the hand I'm holding
From where I've been and where I'm going
For every moment I have, I'm so thankful
For the beautiful, colorful world that surrounds me
The love in the eyes of the people around me
I want you to know, God, that I am so thankful
I am so thankful for every new day that I'm still breathing
This blue sky sunshine feeling, I'm feeling
God, that I am so thankful
Aaron Pritchett's song "Thankful" is a declaration of gratitude for life and all the things that make it worth living. The song follows the singer's journey through life, from the moments of chaos and rush to the instances of clarity and appreciation. The first verse talks about how Aaron is busy and overwhelmed with life but takes a moment to appreciate what he has. He looks around and realizes that he is alive and that, in itself, is a blessing worth being thankful for. The chorus then emphasizes this feeling of gratitude by singing about the beauty of the world and the love that surrounds him.
The second verse goes back to Aaron's darker moments, reminding the listener of the fiery crash that he went through. The fact that he came out unscathed is a miracle that he acknowledges and is grateful for. He juxtaposes this unfortunate event with the sight of a red sunset, which he describes as a reminder of how fortunate he is to be alive. The chorus repeats the same sentiment as the first, highlighting Aaron's appreciation for the vibrant world and the people that fill his life.
Overall, the song is a gentle reminder to take a step back and be aware of the blessings in life, both big and small, and to express gratitude for them.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I don't tell you near enough
Despite my love for you, I often fail to express it fully
My mind's always cluttered with other stuff
I am often distracted by other thoughts and concerns, preventing me from properly appreciating you
I race and I rush
I am always in a hurry and never take the time to slow down and appreciate the present
I'm always tired and tangled
I am often exhausted and mentally entangled, which affects my ability to connect with you in a meaningful way
But I'm down here on the ground
Now I am humbling myself and acknowledging that I need to focus on the present and express my gratitude for you
Taking a good, hard look around
I am taking a critical look at my surroundings and realizing the things that matter most
I wanna tell you now,
Right now, I feel compelled to express my feelings to you
That I'm so thankful
I am extremely grateful for everything you do and who you are
For every new day that I'm still breathing
I am grateful to wake up to each new day and enjoy the gift of life
This blue sky sun shine feeling, I'm feeling
I am elated to be alive and bask in the beauty and warmth of a sunny day
For every moment I have
I appreciate every second, minute and hour of my life, knowing that each is a precious gift
For the beautiful colorful world that surrounds me
I am grateful for the natural beauty that surrounds me, and that I have the ability to appreciate it
The love in the eyes of the people around me
I am grateful for the love and support I receive from the people in my life, and for the love I am able to give in return
I want you to know
I am making a conscious effort to communicate my feelings and express my gratitude
That I am so thankful
My gratitude runs deep and is felt at my very core
I think about that fiery crash
I reflect on a life-threatening incident I was involved in, which made me realize the value of life and deepened my gratitude for it
That night in the rain everything went black
I recall a traumatic and potentially fatal experience
I walked out without a scratch in the arms of an angel
I realized that I was blessed to come out of that incident unscathed, and felt that it was by divine intervention that I was kept safe
But when I look out to the west
I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, which reminds me of the blessings in my life
On a beautiful day at that red sunset
The beauty of the setting sun is a reminder of the awe-inspiring wonder of God's handiwork in the world, and of the love that He has for me
I know I've been so blessed
I recognize and appreciate the many blessings in my life
I could count my blessings all day long
There are so many blessings in my life that I could spend an entire day listing them all
'Cause once I start
Once I start thinking about my blessings, it is difficult to stop
The list goes on and on and on and on
There are countless blessings in my life that I could list, and each one fills me with gratitude
The smile on my face, the hand I'm holding
I am grateful for the people in my life who bring me joy and love, and for the human connections that make life worth living
From where I've been and where I'm going
I am grateful for my past experiences and the opportunities that lie ahead
God, that I am so thankful
I thank God for all of my blessings, and acknowledge my dependence on Him
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT LP, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRETT JAMES, WILLIE MACK, WILLIE WILSON
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Bought it the day it came out! You're amazing
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Aaron! Dude! Amazing CD! I Love Hell bent for Buffalo..I request it on B-103 in Kelowna as often as possible! Awesome Awesome CD!