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.
Thoughts Of You
BarlowGirl Lyrics
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Without You where would I be?
So even though I've tried to express my thanks
It never comes out how I hoped
I always want to say so much more
So with these simple words I'll try
[Chorus]
My heart is Yours, only Yours
I long to give You all of me
My everything, my everything
God, I never could repay You
You gave everything
Without You where would I be?
You still loved me even when I pushed You away
You stood there and waited
Till the day I'd return
[Chorus]
The song "Thoughts of You" by BarlowGirl is a heartwarming ode to God, expressing gratitude and love towards Him for the positive changes He has brought into the singer's life. The lyrics signify the singer's appreciation for all that God has done for her, and how life wouldn't have been the same without His presence. The opening lines, "Thoughts of You and how You changed me // Without You where would I be?" beautifully articulate the essence of the song.
The singer acknowledges that although she has tried to express her gratitude to God, her words never seem to do justice to the depth of her emotions. She always wants to say more but falls short of words. The lyrics of the chorus, "I love You // My heart is Yours, only Yours // I long to give You all of me // My everything, my everything" convey the depth of the singer's love for God and the eagerness to give Him everything she has.
The song suggests that the relationship between the singer and God has been a tumultuous one, with the singer admitting that she has pushed God away multiple times. However, God's unconditional love never wavered, and He stood by the singer, waiting patiently for the day she would return to Him. In conclusion, "Thoughts of You" is a beautiful tribute to God, acknowledging His greatness, love, and unchanging nature.
Line by Line Meaning
Thoughts of You and how You changed me
I think about how You've impacted my life and made me a better person
Without You where would I be?
I wouldn't be where I am today without You, God
So even though I've tried to express my thanks
I've attempted to show my gratitude to You before
It never comes out how I hoped
But it never quite feels like enough or comes out the way I intended
I always want to say so much more
I always feel like there's more to say
So with these simple words I'll try
So, with these simple words, I'll attempt to express my feelings
I love You
I have deep affection for You
My heart is Yours, only Yours
My heart belongs to You and only You
I long to give You all of me
I desire to give You all of myself
My everything, my everything
I want to give You my all, everything that I am and have
God, I never could repay You
There is nothing I could do to repay You for all You've done for me
You gave everything
You gave Your all for me
You still loved me even when I pushed You away
Even when I turned away from You, You still loved me
You stood there and waited
You patiently waited for me to come back to You
Till the day I'd return
Until the day I finally came back to You
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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