Starlight
Bethel Music feat. Amanda Cook Lyrics
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Endless miles can't conceal you
And every glimmer is a spark
Catching fire as you break through
Oh, you're not far away
You're coming close
And oh, even as I wait
You're like summer in the night
The sun goes down but still I feel you
And every shadow's turning bright
Every broken heart is made new
Oh, you're not far away
You're coming close
And oh, even as I wait
You're coming close
Ooh
And here's no heart unseen
There's no space between
You and I, you and I
You are closer than
The very oxygen I'm breathing in
Oh I'll breath you in
You are God with us
You are here with us
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
You are infinite
Your glory has no end
Jesus, Jesus
Oh, there's no heart unseen
There's no space between
You and I, you and I
'Cause you are closer than
The very oxygen I'm breathing in
Oh I'll breath you in
You are God with us
You are here with us
Emmanuel, oh Emmanuel
And you are infinite
Your glory has no end
Jesus, Jesus
Oh, you're not far away
You're coming close
And oh, even as I wait
You're coming close
'Cause you're like starlight in the dark
Endless miles can't conceal you
And every glimmer is a spark
Catching fire as you break through
The song Starlight by Bethel Music feat. Amanda Cook is an expression of awe and wonder for the presence of God. The opening lines, “You're like starlight in the dark, endless miles can't conceal you, and every glimmer is a spark, catching fire as you break through” convey the idea that no matter how dark and far the situation may seem, the presence of God is constant and unchanging. The following verses, “You're like summer in the night, the sun goes down but still I feel you, and every shadow's turning bright, every broken heart is made new” emphasize the transformative power of God's presence in our lives, and how it illuminates every corner and heals every hurt.
The chorus, "Oh, you're not far away, you're coming close, and oh, even as I wait, you're coming close" is a declaration of faith and a reminder that God is present, even when we can't see or feel it. The bridge, "You are closer than the very oxygen I'm breathing in, oh I'll breathe you in" amplifies this idea that God's presence is all around us and within us, and the only thing left to do is to acknowledge and welcome it.
Overall, the song Starlight is a powerful reminder of the unchanging presence of God in every aspect of our lives, and it encourages the listener to embrace that presence, and to allow it to shine bright in every situation.
Line by Line Meaning
You're like starlight in the dark
You bring light and hope to the darkest of situations
Endless miles can't conceal you
Nothing can hide your presence and influence
And every glimmer is a spark
Even the smallest sign of you is powerful and significant
Catching fire as you break through
Your presence and power are contagious and inspiring
Oh, you're not far away
You are always close and accessible
You're coming close
Your presence is becoming even stronger
And oh, even as I wait
Even in times of patient waiting and anticipation
You're coming close
Your presence is becoming even stronger
You're like summer in the night
You bring warmth and comfort to difficult times
The sun goes down but still I feel you
Even in moments of darkness or uncertainty, I can sense your presence
And every shadow's turning bright
Your light transforms darkness and brings hope
Every broken heart is made new
You have the power to heal and restore even the most wounded hearts
Ooh
Expression of awe and wonder
And here's no heart unseen
You see and know every single heart, even those hidden or closed off
There's no space between
You are intimately close and connected to every person
You and I, you and I
Emphasis on the personal relationship and connection between the singer and God
You are closer than
You are so close and present, even closer than the air we breathe
The very oxygen I'm breathing in
Metaphor for how essential and constant God's presence is
Oh I'll breathe you in
Deep desire to experience and be filled with God's presence
You are God with us
Affirmation of God's constant presence and involvement in our lives
You are here with us
You are present and active in our lives right now
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
Reference to God as Emmanuel, meaning 'God with us'
You are infinite
You are beyond all limits and boundaries
Your glory has no end
Your magnificence and power are eternal and boundless
Jesus, Jesus
Emphasis on the name of Jesus and his role in our lives
Oh, there's no heart unseen
You see and know every single heart, even those hidden or closed off
'Cause you are closer than
You are so close and present, even closer than the air we breathe
You are God with us
Affirmation of God's constant presence and involvement in our lives
Emmanuel, oh Emmanuel
Reference to God as Emmanuel, meaning 'God with us'
And you are infinite
You are beyond all limits and boundaries
Your glory has no end
Your magnificence and power are eternal and boundless
Jesus, Jesus
Emphasis on the name of Jesus and his role in our lives
You're like starlight in the dark
You bring light and hope to the darkest of situations
Endless miles can't conceal you
Nothing can hide your presence and influence
And every glimmer is a spark
Even the smallest sign of you is powerful and significant
Catching fire as you break through
Your presence and power are contagious and inspiring
Oh, you're not far away
You are always close and accessible
You're coming close
Your presence is becoming even stronger
And oh, even as I wait
Even in times of patient waiting and anticipation
You're coming close
Your presence is becoming even stronger
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, BETHEL MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Brian Johnson, Lindsey Strand, Amanda Cook, Bobby Strand
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@itsdiegoleon
Lyrics of this song:
You’re like starlight in the dark,
Endless miles can’t conceal you.
And every glimmer is a spark,
Catching fire as you break through.
Oh, you’re not far away - you coming close.
Oh, even as I wait, you’re coming close.
You’re like summer in the night,
The sun goes down but still I feel you;
And every shadow’s turning bright,
Every broken heart is made new.
There’s no heart unseen
There’s no space between you and I.
You are closer than
The very oxygen I’m breathing in
You are God with us,
You are here with us, Immanuel!
You are infinite, your glory has no end, Jesus!
@dhutube100
God bless you Amanda and the 💦 whole team, .you are🙏 so beautiful, your voice too and music is inspiring soul catching to inspire in others like me
to fly to the presence of God - 💟
Jesus bless this team more beyond their wildest dreams more Lord - 🎁🌈
And those that pass by here in Spirit to worship You Lord , me too
I can't help but worship and love and bless
as your blessings flow over me
I hope to let them flow to all
Let revival reformed in love and more unity as One Body Many Members unique yet like a grand symphony to You God
so beautiful! ☀️🌟
@Christian-Music11
Amanda Cook is anointed...her ministrations always spur me to worship! Thank you Bethel Music
@worshipprayer8165
When you're down and lost, get up and lean on God. To those who are feeling lost right now like me, we'll get through it. One step at a time.
@phemelothihira8152
One step at a time brethren!
@NowPianoViews
I love this album. It has changed me for the better. I never used to consider this type of gospel music as music that is soulful. I never used to understand this kind of worship; I've always been a narrow-minded worshiper who only listened to "black gospel" with heavy chords, runs and riffs, and jazzy feel to it. This is growth, and I like it. The lyrical content in Bethel music's songs just sets one free. I love how the music is arranged and the discipline. I love how everything is in order! I'm glad I discovered Bethel Music in 2017! I'm now a big fan! 😍
@maddyishara
Bafana Tshabalala I am the exact same!! It’s soooo good!!
@xchorro
This type of worship is really to invoke super raw emotion by using a ton of reverb and contemporary sad tones. It does it so well
@AlexandraMonzonChavez091995
I'm in lockdown. Year: 2020. Is this song still making you cry?
Yes. It's the Holy Spirit 💕 thank you Bethel for such an amazing song!
@itsdiegoleon
Lyrics of this song:
You’re like starlight in the dark,
Endless miles can’t conceal you.
And every glimmer is a spark,
Catching fire as you break through.
Oh, you’re not far away - you coming close.
Oh, even as I wait, you’re coming close.
You’re like summer in the night,
The sun goes down but still I feel you;
And every shadow’s turning bright,
Every broken heart is made new.
There’s no heart unseen
There’s no space between you and I.
You are closer than
The very oxygen I’m breathing in
You are God with us,
You are here with us, Immanuel!
You are infinite, your glory has no end, Jesus!
@siamaknargoon3527
Diego León Amen
@beulaho
Thank you and God bless you 💞