Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
I Go To The Rock
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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I don't care if it's decadent
I don't know where my spirit went
But, but that's alright
I want to go to the deep
'Cause there's nowhere I want to be
And nobody I want to see
Particles of pain in my brain
I guess they're here to stay
They work their way inside
And I can't hide or even, or even walk away
You can convince the world
That you're some kind of superstar
When an asshole is what you are
But that's alright
Waiting, hating the shit life throws my way
Hating, waiting to make my escape
I want to go to the beach
I want to go to the beach
The first thing to note about this set of lyrics is that they appear to be from a completely different song than the title suggests. The lines don't seem to fit with the typical gospel-style lyrics typically associated with Bill & Gloria Gaither And Their Homecoming Friends. Instead, these lines suggest something much more personal and introspective. The first two lines set the scene, expressing a desire to escape to the beach, away from the stresses and struggles of everyday life. The repeated refrain of "but that's alright" suggests an acceptance of these struggles, a recognition that they cannot simply be wished away.
The next set of lines introduces the idea that the singer is searching for a deeper sense of meaning or purpose. They want to go to the "deep," to delve beneath the surface of their own psyche, where they can find answers to questions that have been bothering them. This ties in with the idea of "particles of pain" in their brain, suggesting a sense of inner turmoil and emotional baggage that they are trying to work through. The final lines express a sense of disillusionment with the world around them, with people who pretend to be something they're not in order to gain fame or status. This is contrasted with the singer's desire for honesty and authenticity in their own life.
Overall, these lyrics suggest that the singer is struggling with issues of identity and purpose. They feel trapped by the pain and difficulties of their life, but are also searching for a deeper sense of meaning and connection. The repeated refrain of "but that's alright" suggests a kind of resignation, but also a sense of resilience and determination to keep going in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to go to the beach
I long for a place of serenity and tranquility.
I don't care if it's decadent
I am not concerned with the societal expectations or judgments of my desire.
I don't know where my spirit went
I feel lost and unsure of my inner being.
But, but that's alright
But, despite my uncertainty, I am okay with it.
I want to go to the deep
I desire to leave behind the surface and explore the deeper aspects of life.
'Cause there's nowhere I want to be
Because I am dissatisfied with my current situation and seek something more fulfilling.
And nobody I want to see
I feel disconnected from people in my life and do not crave their company.
Particles of pain in my brain
Suffering and discomfort cloud my thoughts and feelings.
I guess they're here to stay
I accept that these painful emotions are a part of my present reality.
They work their way inside
The pain I experience affects my innermost being and affects my daily life.
And I can't hide or even, or even walk away
I cannot escape the pain, nor can I conceal it from the world around me.
You can convince the world
One can deceive others into believing they are something they are not.
That you're some kind of superstar
That you have achieved great success and are enviable.
When an asshole is what you are
When, in reality, you are unpleasant and unkind.
But that's alright
Despite the dishonesty and deceit, all is well in the end.
Waiting, hating the shit life throws my way
Enduring the hardships and unfairness of life that come my way, and feeling resentment towards it.
Hating, waiting to make my escape
Feeling a strong desire to break free from this difficult situation and move on to something better.
I want to go to the beach
Repeating the desire for a peaceful and calming escape from life's troubles.
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Graceson DS Jones
God is a spirit, those that worship him, must worship him in spirit and in truth. John 4:24 (KJV)
Charity is love that gives.
A large group of people erroneously and disingenuously use the word love and spread it like mayonnaise over anything.
<--Read 1 Cor 13:4-8 (KJV) the Greeks had four words for love, Agape: αΌΞ³Ξ¬ΟΞ·. Is the love of God.
Love Jesus, seek God and his sweet amazing grace while he may be found.
For he:God, the creator of all things has spoke through a book called the Holy Bible, the KJV is the most accurate modern English translation. Pray for wisdom.
I believe the Holy Bible with all my heart.
James 3:16 "For where envy and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work."
Evil is to be uncaring and destructive in your relationship with others for selfish gain, or to be internally selfishly weak. All sins require Evil.
God wanted to know who thought being a good person was important.
Pride is always a function of self-worth (a way of acting) that will not lower itself to perform a healthy relationship and standard of love.
Matthew 4:4 "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God."
Ezekiel 47 speaks of a river that comes out of the throne of God, where ankle deep water, can go to knee deep water, then waist deep, then chest deep. Then you couldn't cross. Go deeper in your relationship with the Lord.
The Hebrew word for Darkness also means Ignorance. Hebrew for light also means knowledge. God says I am Knowledge.
Precepts are ideas accepted by the mind.
Concepts are pictures of ideas.
Patricia R.
Amen, I go to my Rock; my Jesus! He never leaves me nor forsakes me; I thank You Precious Jesus!! ππ Psalm 61
Temalesi Karuru
Oh yes.. I go to the Rock of ages for my every need..Amen
L W
Great singing. So many lovely voices. Thank God for you all then, now and forever. Amen.
Desert Girl
I love this song.
Adrian Alchin
"Lord Jesus please keep my dogs safe. Let not the rulers in my community destroy them. Let not my heart be crushed. Let not my dogs be taken from me. I pray Lord to You for help. Please stop my tears. Bless Your holy name.".
Rick Neenan
Just a great song taken to the next level. Outstanding rendition. Thanks
Kristen Smith
I really love this so much!!!
Ken Taylor
Hello Kristen π
How are you doing today?
Dilores Alii
He is my rockπππ
renee morlan
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