Stranger
Anthem Lights is a pop/rock Christian boy band consisting of members Chad G… Read Full Bio ↴Anthem Lights is a pop/rock Christian boy band consisting of members Chad Graham, Caleb Grimm, Alan Powell, and Joey Stamper. The project began as a solo effort by Graham in collaboration with Powell. After deciding that the songs they had written would be better suited for a group, they joined with Grimm and former member Kyle Kupecky and released their first EP as a group under the name Yellow Cavalier. After changing their name to Anthem Lights, the band eventually signed with Reunion Records, and, on May 11, 2011, released their self-titled debut album, including the lead single Can't Shut Up . Just recently, Kupecky announced his departure from the band, as he felt God leading him to work on a solo project. Anthem Lights' newest member, Joey Stamper, has taken his place.

Stranger
Anthem Lights Lyrics


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Somewhere between where I started and right now
You caught my eye
Now all I can see is the distance that remains
Between You and I

In a land of settling
I can't seem to settle in
I am a stranger in this world, just passing through
Waiting on the Son to come down
Waiting on the Son to come down

I know that I will be on my way real soon
Waiting on the Son to come down
I won't be home till I'm with You
I won't be home till I'm with You, with You, with You

I don't belong
I speak the language but still I can't understand
What's going on?
So I'm running to You just as fast as I can

Don't want to settle in
This place is not my home

I am a stranger in this world, just passing through
Waiting on the Son to come down
Waiting on the Son to come down

I know that I will be on my way real soon
Waiting on the Son to come down
I won't be home till I'm with You

Gonna keep my eyes looking to the sky for You
The Son is on His way and I wanna be ready
And I won't forget I'm not home till I'm with You
The Son is on His way

I am a stranger in this world, just passing through
Waiting on the Son to come down
Waiting on the Son to come down

I know that I will be on my way real soon
Waiting on the Son to come down
I won't be home till I'm with You

I am a stranger in this world, just passing through
Waiting on the Son to come down
Waiting on the Son to come down

I know that I will be on my way real soon
Waiting on the Son to come down
I won't be home till I'm with You

I won't be home till I'm with You
I won't be home till I'm with You

I am a stranger, stranger
I am a stranger, stranger
I am a stranger, stranger
I am a stranger, stranger

I am a stranger, stranger
I am a stranger, stranger




I am a stranger, stranger
I am a stranger, stranger

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Stranger" by Anthem Lights speaks of living in a world that feels unfamiliar to the singer. It describes the feeling of being a wanderer, a stranger who is just passing through this world while waiting for something greater to happen. The song begins by acknowledging that there is a distance between them and God. The singer recognizes that they are in a world of settling but can't seem to find a place where they can settle. The singer feels like a misfit because they don't fit into this world no matter how much they try.


The chorus repeats the central message of the song that the singer's home is not in this world as they are just waiting for the Son (Jesus Christ) to come down. The verses reveal that the singer can't understand what is happening in the world and is running to God to find peace. The bridge of the song emphasizes the singer's readiness for the Son (Jesus) to come and take them home. They keep their eyes looking up, waiting to be taken to their true home.


"Stranger" is a powerful song about the Christian journey on earth. It highlights the fact that this world is not our permanent home and that we are just passing through. The song encourages us to keep our focus on Jesus, who will one day come and take us to our real home.


Line by Line Meaning

Somewhere between where I started and right now You caught my eye Now all I can see is the distance that remains Between You and I
As I journey through life, I noticed You, but there is still a gap between us.


In a land of settling I can't seem to settle in
I cannot get comfortable in this world.


I am a stranger in this world, just passing through Waiting on the Son to come down Waiting on the Son to come down
I do not belong here, just waiting for Christ to return.


I won't be home till I'm with You, with You, with You
My true home is with You and only then will I feel at home.


I don't belong I speak the language but still I can't understand What's going on? So I'm running to You just as fast as I can
Even though I fit in, I'm still lost, so I'm running to You as fast as I can.


Gonna keep my eyes looking to the sky for You The Son is on His way and I wanna be ready And I won't forget I'm not home till I'm with You The Son is on His way
I will stay ready for Your return, as it is the only time I will truly go home.


I am a stranger, stranger I am a stranger, stranger I am a stranger, stranger I am a stranger, stranger
I am not of this world.




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Comments from YouTube:

Arlynn Lucrecia

Anthem Lights truly has touched me heart. All their songs describe how I feel in this world. For WE ARE the LIGHT OF THE WORLD! God bless you Anthem Lights!

pat sal

I love you my GOD!!!!☺

GraceAnn Turcotte

I love all their songs!!

Ashley Rivera

i love anthem lights they have such good songs

Alyxx Andrews

This song is exactly how I feel. I won't be home until I'm with God. I love God

Cantmesswithallie

I love anthem lights so much. <3 they are amazing!

Heather Bingham

Love this song!

David Holmes

I love this song, this song is awesome.

pat sal

i love this song,cant wait until IM HOME!!!!

JesusSaves

Love it!! Thanks guys <3

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