Peterson’s artistic successes may be surpassed by his skill in connecting people, embodied in the Rabbit Room online community (RabbitRoom.com), which gathers contributions from authors, songwriters, and pastors, encouraging creativity and referencing its ultimate source. The thread of community, also a theme of Counting Stars, imbues his beloved annual Christmas show, Behold The Lamb Of God, a long-running multi-artist tour based on Peterson’s original Christmas album of the same name. In all of these works, Peterson’s listeners can hear reminders that community, beauty, and hope all point back to the God “who gave music the power to carry his light into the darkness.” Andrew, his wife Jamie, and their three children make their home in Nashville.
Nothing to Say
Andrew Peterson Lyrics
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Driving down this road a while
Arizona's waiting on these eyes
Rich is on the radio
And I think we ought to take it slow
Arizona's caught me by surprise
Hey, Jamie, have you heard
But the photographs don't tell it all
I see the eagle swim the canyon sea
Creation yawns in front of me
Oh Lord, I never felt so small
And I don't believe that I believed in you as deeply as today
I recon what I'm saying is there's nothing more
Nothing more to say
And the mountains sing Your glory hallelujah
The canyons echo sweet amazing grace
My spirit sails
The mighty gales are bellowing your name
And I've got nothing to say
No, I've got nothing to say
Hey, Jamie, do you see
I'm broken by this majesty
So much glory in so little time
So turn off the radio
Let's listen to the songs we know
All praise to Him who reigns on high
And I don't believe that I believed in you as deeply as today
I recon what I'm saying is there's nothing more
Nothing more to say
And the mountains sing Your glory hallelujah
The canyons echo sweet amazing grace
My spirit sails
The mighty gales are bellowing your name
And I've got nothing to say
No, I've got nothing to say
Glory, glory hallelujah
Glory, glory hallelujah
Glory, glory hallelujah, hallelujah
And the mountains sing Your glory hallelujah
The canyons echo sweet amazing grace
My spirit sails
The mighty gales are bellowing your name
And I've got nothing to say
No, I've got nothing to say
Hey, Jamie, would you mind
Driving down this road a while
Arizona's caught me by surprise
The song "Nothing to Say" by Andrew Peterson is about the overwhelming feeling of awe and reverence that one can experience when surrounded by the natural beauty of God's creation. The singer, who is driving down a road with his friend Jamie in Arizona, is struck by the grandeur of his surroundings and feels a deep sense of humility and insignificance in the face of such vast and magnificent scenery. He reflects on the idea that "a picture paints a thousand words", but realizes that even the most beautiful photographs cannot fully capture the beauty and wonder of the world around him. As he listens to the beauty of nature around him, God's glory becomes apparent and he is left speechless and humbled.
The lyrics of "Nothing to Say" paint a vivid picture of the beauty and majesty of God's creation. Some possible interpretations of the lyrics include a recognition of God's power and glory, a call to appreciate and preserve the natural world, and a realization of the singer's place in the grand scheme of things. Overall, the song is a powerful meditation on the beauty and mystery of life, and a reminder to be humble and grateful in the face of the wonders of the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, Jamie, would you mind
Driving down this road a while
Arizona's waiting on these eyes
Rich is on the radio
And I think we ought to take it slow
Arizona's caught me by surprise
I want us to drive down this road to Arizona slowly because I am taken aback by this sudden awe-inspiring beauty around. Let's take it all in while we have Rich's music in the background.
Hey, Jamie, have you heard
'A picture paints a thousand words'
But the photographs don't tell it all
I see the eagle swim the canyon sea
Creation yawns in front of me
Oh Lord, I never felt so small
Have you heard the saying 'a picture paints a thousand words'? Well, the photographs showing the beauty here cannot capture it all. I can see an eagle swim in the canyon sea and feel so small in front of God's magnificent creation.
And I don't believe that I believed in you as deeply as today
I recon what I'm saying is there's nothing more
Nothing more to say
My belief in God has never been deeper than it is today. There is no need for any more words because my experience with His creation is beyond words.
And the mountains sing Your glory hallelujah
The canyons echo sweet amazing grace
My spirit sails
The mighty gales are bellowing your name
And I've got nothing to say
No, I've got nothing to say
The majesty of God's creation is so profound that it sings of His glory and grace. My spirit soars in His presence, and I am speechless.
Hey, Jamie, do you see
I'm broken by this majesty
So much glory in so little time
So turn off the radio
Let's listen to the songs we know
All praise to Him who reigns on high
Do you see how overwhelmed and humbled I am by this majestic beauty? Let's turn off the music and praise God for His creation.
Glory, glory hallelujah
Glory, glory hallelujah
Glory, glory hallelujah, hallelujah
My heart is filled with praise and glory for God's creation.
And the mountains sing Your glory hallelujah
The canyons echo sweet amazing grace
My spirit sails
The mighty gales are bellowing your name
And I've got nothing to say
No, I've got nothing to say
The majesty of God's creation continues to fill me with awe as the mountains and canyons sing and echo His glory. My spirit soars with the mighty gales, and I remain speechless.
Hey, Jamie, would you mind
Driving down this road a while
Arizona's caught me by surprise
Let's keep driving through Arizona because this beauty around me has left me astonished and surprised.
Contributed by Audrey A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
michael Auzenne
one of my favorite song of all time, been singing this song for years whenever i think of christ and his love.Thank you for this song brother, thank you!
benjamin liska
"Rich is on the radio"... he would love this song ... God is present in his creation ... what a Blessing to witness it.
Mr. Mr.
20 plus years ago this song spoke to me. Taking the family to Az next week and I hope they have the same experience.
Todd S.
What I would REALLY love, Mr. Andrew sir: I saw you in Dallas WAAAYY back in like 2001. And it was just you, an acoustic guitar, and Gabe. The end. Oh how I would LOVE it if you did a record like that. Just some of your best tunes sung with an acoustic guitar and two vocals. Live, studio, whatever.
ams30393
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ this album. Love it a lot. Like a lot. Praise God hallelujah. Amen. Amen. ❤❤❤❤❤❤💙💙💙💙💙
TheCreepypro
may we stand in awe of you Lord, your creation and the great things you have done and continue to do
David Anderson
Praise the Lord! Let us remember to be humble before the Lord! Our foolish human pride is a great stumbling block; walk in the Lord's ways. Let His word be a light for your path.
Mr. Mr.
Long story how this brings me back. Then I got to see the Grand Canton 20 years later and this came to mind.