BarlowGirl's Philosophy
The band has gained a following with their "Anti-Conformity" message of "Don't be conformed, be Transformed" from Romans 12:1-2. Besides believing in abstinence and modesty, the band has also taken a stand on not dating, but their main message remains that people should look to God for love and security, and he will bring everything else into our lives. Very simply, trust God. They encourage people to trust the unseen. Just because you can't see God doesn't mean He isn't there!
Self Titled Debut Album
BarlowGirl instantly hit the spotlight in 2004 with their acclaimed self-titled debut album, coupled with the success of its first single, Never Alone. The longest running No. 1 song in 2004 on R&R’s CHR and CRW Rock charts, Never Alone was named "Song of the Year" on each of these charts. The CD has sold over 250,000 units (as of April 2005) and featured the singles Never Alone and Mirror which both garnered much airplay on Christian radio stations. These number one songs earned the trio four 2005 GMA (Gospel Music Association) awards (formerly the Dove Award) award nominations, including the prestigious Best New Artist award, Best Rock Song and Rock Album. The trio was the best selling new Christian artist of 2004. BarlowGirl received a 2006 GMA award nomination for Rock/Contemporary Song of the Year for Mirror.
Another Journal Entry
Their second album, Another Journal Entry, was released on September 27, 2005. The first single from the album, Let Go, had already begun receiving airplay on Christian radio stations. Their next single from this album, I Need You to Love Me, has also received recent some airplay on some Christian radio stations after the album's debut. The album debuted at #3 on Soundscan's Christian album chart, and, as of Oct. 10, is at 85 on Billboards Top 200 Current Albums chart. The trio was nominated for three additional 2006 GMA (Gospel Music Association) awards: Group of the Year, Rock/Contemporary Album of the Year, and and Rock Recorded Song of the Year for Let Go.
Here's My Life
BarlowGirl Lyrics
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My heart feels that familiar pain as I long for home
'Cause this road is hard when I feel so far
God I'm crying out tonight
'Cause I've given You my life
But I'm tired and I'm missing what's behind
So once more here's my life
On the day that You called my name, all that I knew changed
I found when I said yes, that I'd never be the same
Though the call is hard, You are worth it all
God I'm crying out tonight
'Cause I've given You my life
But I'm tired and I'm missing what's behind
So once more
Even when the tears are falling
When I find I fear the calling
You remind me words you've spoken over my life
Promises I've yet to see, You comfort me
God I'm crying out tonight
'Cause I've given You my life
But I'm tired and I'm missing what's behind
So once more
God I'm crying out tonight
'Cause I've given You my life
But I'm tired and I'm missing what's behind
So once more here's my life, here's my life
The song "Here's My Life" by BarlowGirl is a heartfelt prayer to God, expressing the struggles and difficulties of living a life devoted to Him. The lyrics describe the pain of leaving loved ones behind as the singer goes out to share the love of God with the world. She longs for home and the familiarity of her former life, but knows that following God's call is worth it all. The chorus of the song emphasizes this sentiment, as the singer cries out to God, proclaiming that she has given Him her life, but is tired and missing what's behind. Despite the hardships, the singer's faith remains strong, and she is comforted by the promises God has spoken over her life.
The song's message is one of surrender, as the singer acknowledges that despite the difficulties of following God, it is ultimately the best decision she can make. The song's bridge highlights the singer's trust in God's promises, even when they have yet to be fulfilled. The repetition of the chorus throughout the song emphasizes the singer's determination to keep giving her life to God, even when it gets hard.
Line by Line Meaning
Once again I said my goodbyes to those I love most
Leaving behind loved ones is always hard and I am going through the same experience again.
My heart feels that familiar pain as I long for home
There is a deep pain in my heart because I want to be back home with my loved ones.
'Cause this road is hard when I feel so far
This journey is difficult when I feel distant and disconnected from my loved ones.
God I'm crying out tonight
I am praying to God with all my heart today.
'Cause I've given You my life
I have entrusted my life to God and I am his faithful servant.
But I'm tired and I'm missing what's behind
Even though I have faith, I still get tired and I miss the things I left behind.
So once more here's my life
I am offering my life to God once again.
On the day that You called my name, all that I knew changed
Since the day I answered God's call, I have been transformed and my life has changed completely.
I found when I said yes, that I'd never be the same
Once I said yes to God, I knew that my life would never be the same again.
Though the call is hard, You are worth it all
Even though answering God's call is difficult, God is worth all the struggles.
Even when the tears are falling
Even if I am crying and hurting,
When I find I fear the calling
When I find myself afraid of God's call,
You remind me words you've spoken over my life
God reminds me of his promises and the words he has spoken over my life.
Promises I've yet to see, You comfort me
God comforts me by reminding me of his promises, even if I haven't seen them yet.
God I'm crying out tonight
Once again, I am praying to God with all my heart.
'Cause I've given You my life
I have already given my life to God and I am his faithful servant.
But I'm tired and I'm missing what's behind
However, I am still tired and I miss the things I left behind.
So once more here's my life, here's my life
Thus, once again, I am offering my life to God with all its joys and pains.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALYSSA KATHERINE BARLOW, BARLOWGIRL ., BARLOWGIRL BARLOWGIRL, LAUREN ASHLEY NICOLE BARLOW, MARY ANN BARLOW, REBECCA ELIZABETH MARIE BARLOW, VINCENT ROBERT FRANCIS BARLOW
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Stephanie Seitz
going through a phase of relistening to all my fave bands, and dang this was one good album.
Irene Lyles
Stephanie Seitz it was my favorite album! I had all of them but this one! Oh, my heart cried out with every song. ❤
linlin738
i luv this song!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i just start crying every time i hear it, God is soo forgiving when i know i really do not deserve His wonderful grace and mercy.
Shenetta Luke
I love this song, I'm going to learn it so I can sing it at church
Bruce7
The ladies do such beautiful ballad. In His Name. Colossians 3:16 16Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you, with all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another with psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with thankfulness in your hearts to God.
루비
I was enslaved to addiction for years and time after time, I tried to quit on my own, it was something that I just couldn't do. It wasn't until I surrendered everything to God that I was finally set free. He lifted me out of the depths of my sin. It's going go be 3 years on Christmas and I still have moments that I struggle. The Lord speaks to me through these lyrics and he reminds me that surrendering my life to him is not a one time thing, it's something I must do daily. Praise God for his everlasting love and infinite mercy!!
churchboy4
I pray that GOD keeps you and protects and grows and blesses you, in Jesus name amen! How are u doing now?
tdkbisgirl
This song reminds me that we have continually and consciously give our lives to God!!! I find it to be very powerful and just what I needed to hear in my life.
tdkbisgirl
This song reminds me that we have continually and consciously give our lives to God!!! I find it to be very powerful and just what I needed to hear in my life.
Maria Eduarda
I love God, and this song is great!