Pass Me Not
Al Green Lyrics


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Pass me not, O gentle Savior
Hear my humble cry
While on others Thou art calling
Do not pass me by

Savior, Savior
Hear my humble cry
While on others Thou are calling
Do not pass me by

Let me at a throne of mercy
Find a sweet relief
Kneeling there in deep contrition
Help my unbelief

Trusting only in Thy merit
Would I seek Thy face
Heal my wounded, broken spirit
Save me by Thy grace
VThou the spring of all my comfort
More than life to me




Whom have I on earth beside Thee
Whom in Heav'n but Thee

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Al Green's song "Pass Me Not" are a plea to the gentle Savior to not pass the singer by. The lyrics express humility and contrition, as the singer asks for mercy and grace. The phrase "Pass me not, O gentle Savior" is repeated often in the song, serving as a plea to the Lord for attention and guidance.


The singer acknowledges that the Savior may be calling on others, but begs for the Lord to not overlook him. The lyrics "While on others Thou art calling, do not pass me by" expresses the singer's acknowledgment that there are others who may also be in need of salvation, but emphasizes the importance of his own salvation.


The singer requests for mercy and relief, and expresses deep contrition in the lyrics "Let me at a throne of mercy, find a sweet relief, kneeling there in deep contrition, help my unbelief". The singer is asking for the Lord's help in healing his wounded and broken spirit, and requesting that the Lord save him by His grace.


Overall, the song "Pass Me Not" is a moving expression of humility, contrition, and faith. It is a plea to the Lord for attention and guidance, and a request for mercy and grace.


Line by Line Meaning

Pass me not, O gentle Savior
Please don't overlook me, kind Savior


Hear my humble cry
Listen to my sincere request


While on others Thou art calling
While you're attending to others


Do not pass me by
Please do not ignore me


Savior, Savior
Dear Savior, dear Savior


Let me at a throne of mercy
Allow me to approach Your throne of mercy


Find a sweet relief
Discover a soothing comfort


Kneeling there in deep contrition
Bowed in sincere remorse


Help my unbelief
Assist me with my wavering faith


Trusting only in Thy merit
Having faith only in Your goodness


Would I seek Thy face
I desire to see Your face


Heal my wounded, broken spirit
Mend my hurt, shattered spirit


Save me by Thy grace
Rescue me with Your grace


Thou the spring of all my comfort
You are the fountain of all my consolation


More than life to me
More important to me than life itself


Whom have I on earth beside Thee
Who do I have on earth besides You


Whom in Heav'n but Thee
Who in Heaven is there but You




Writer(s): George Duke, Lyle Lovett

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Comments from YouTube:

@tienaellison4729

In 2023 who else still listens to this song besides me?

@srestroncio3619

Always, one of my favorite gospel song, I listen until the last second.

@margosample2769

2024 GOD PROVIDES πŸ™πŸ™β™₯️β™₯️🎡🎢🎡

@valerieyoung452

In 2024...still listening

@user-xs3gb3py9s

I'm 70 yes old and still feel the Holy Spirit in Al Greens gospel songs

@berthaselmon7342

Short story: I went to see him at a concert in the 197Os in Chicago, β€”he was so filled with the Holy Spirit that he only did a few minutes of β€œLove and Happiness” and broke down and cried, like a baby while throwing his traditional red roses into the audience. He tried hard to finish the concert. He couldn’t. My partner and I, and half of the audience left. I’m assuming the concert was cancelled. I would like to know if he remembered it. God was then telling him to Preach the gospel thru his music. After that he became a minister and took a hiatus from secular music. I’m glad he returned. β€πŸ™

@joycerobinson3432

My grandfather open Sundayschool with this song. The song has always been my strength. Thank you Mr. Al Green

@brandiroxanne6321

My Dad always wanted this version played at his funeral. I played this and Rev. Green’s other Gospel Album Precious Lord at his funeral. ❀️

@rayfrench1774

Won't Al Green get you together with his good ol' singing? I enjoy it so much.

@Puddin1ish

YESS!

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