Her sophomore album, Heart, was released on February 14, 2012. Marshall Altman (Natasha Bedingfield, Marc Broussard) produced both sets.
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Show Me
Audrey Assad Lyrics
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You could tangle me in soil and let my roots run wild
And I would blossom like a flower in the desert
But for now just let me cry
You could raise me like a banner in the battle
Put victory like fire behind my shining eyes
And I would drift like falling snow over the embers
Bind up these broken bones
Mercy bend and bring me back to life
But not before you show me how to die
Set me like a star before the morning
Like a sun that steals the darkness from a world asleep
And I'll illuminate the path You've laid before me
But for now just let me be
Bind up these broken bones
Mercy bend and bring me back to life
But not before You show me how to die
No, not before You show me how to die
So let me go like a leaf upon the water
Let me brave the wild currents flowing to the sea
And I will disappear into a deeper beauty
But for now just stay with me
God, for now just stay with me
The song “Show Me” by Audrey Assad is a heartfelt plea to God to lead, guide and teach her. The first verse compares her situation to that of a tree, expressing the desire to grow and flourish in life, but for the meantime, she just wants to cry. The second verse compares Audrey's situation to that of a fighter heading to battle. She wants to emerge victorious, and she wants to be filled with the fire of victory in her eyes. The pre-chorus is a powerful request for God to bind Audrey's broken bones and show her mercy, to revive her from the inside out. She pleads with God to teach her how to die before she can be brought back to life.
The final verse sees Audrey asking God to use her as an instrument of hope in a world filled with darkness. She is ready to be placed on a platform to illuminate the way for others, but for now, she just wants time to be still and to discover her purpose. The song concludes with a sense of surrender and acceptance of her fate. She is prepared to go wherever the currents of life may lead her, trusting that God will remain by her side and that her journey will ultimately lead her to deeper beauty.
Line by Line Meaning
You could plant me like a tree beside a river
If you nurture me and allow me to grow, I could flourish and be fruitful.
You could tangle me in soil and let my roots run wild
If I am given room and freedom to explore, I will establish a strong foundation and grow deep.
And I would blossom like a flower in the desert
I have the potential to thrive even in the harshest, seemingly impossible conditions.
But for now just let me cry
Right now, I need permission to feel and process my emotions.
You could raise me like a banner in the battle
You could empower me to lead and motivate others to fight for a cause.
Put victory like fire behind my shining eyes
If fueled by a sense of triumph, I could radiate confidence and inspire others to overcome obstacles.
And I would drift like falling snow over the embers
I could have a light and gentle touch, but still have the ability to cool and extinguish what needs to be put out.
But for now just let me lie
Right now, I need rest and stillness to recover and recharge.
Bind up these broken bones
Please help me heal from my wounds and become whole again.
Mercy bend and bring me back to life
Have grace and compassion in your approach to restoring me to vitality.
But not before you show me how to die
Before I can fully experience revival, I need to understand what it means to surrender and let go.
Set me like a star before the morning
Position me to shine and guide others towards hope and light.
Like a sun that steals the darkness from a world asleep
Just as the sun illuminates and warms the earth, I want to make a positive impact on those around me.
And I'll illuminate the path You've laid before me
I will be faithful to follow the direction set before me by my faith and beliefs.
But for now just let me be
Right now, I need the space and freedom to explore and find my own way.
So let me go like a leaf upon the water
I am willing to embark on a journey even if I don't know where it will take me.
Let me brave the wild currents flowing to the sea
I am prepared to face challenges and hardship that lie ahead.
And I will disappear into a deeper beauty
Through my experiences, I can find a deeper understanding and appreciation of life's mysteries and wonders.
But for now just stay with me
Right now, all I need is your presence and comfort.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: HART, TRIBBLE
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