I Go To The Rock
Bill & Gloria Gaither And Their Homecoming Friends 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.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Iggy Pop
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@daviddavidson8050
Today is my 43rd year of Life on God's good earth and I am so very thankful to Him for my Salvation and another year of Life.
Truly blessed this morning by; Apostle John Eckhardt, The Isaacs, Sister CeCe Winans and Bros Andrae Crouch and Larnelle Harris man!
God bless um all from the crowns of their heads to the souls of their feet, AMEN!
Thank you, thank you, thank you Gaither Music TV Vevo! A GREAT, GREAT way to start my day.
--David R. Davidson
Paducah, KY. 🇺🇸
@johannasuero403
Where do I go when there's nobody else to turn to?
Who do I turn to when nobody wants to listen?
Who do I lean on when there's no foundation stable?
I go to the Rock, I know He's able, I go to the Rock
I go to The Rock for my salvation
I go to the stone that the builders rejected
I run to the mountain and the mountain stands by me
When the earth all around me is sinking sand
On Christ, the Solid Rock, I stand
When I need a shelter, when I need a friend, I go to the Rock
Where do I hide till the storms have all passed over?
Who do I run to when the winds of sorrow threaten?
Is there a refuge in the time of tribulation?
When my soul needs consolation, I go to the Rock
I go to the Rock for my salvation
I go to the stone that the builders rejected
I run to the mountain and the mountain stands by me
When the earth all around me is sinking sand
On Christ, the Solid Rock, I stand
When I need a shelter, when I need a friend, I go to the Rock
I go to the Rock for my salvation
I go to the stone that the builders rejected
I run to the mountain and the mountain stands by me
When the earth all around me is sinking sand
On Christ, the Solid Rock, I stand
When I need a shelter, when I need a friend, I go to The Rock
When I need a shelter, when I need a friend, I go to The Rock
When I need a shelter, when I need a friend, I go to The Rock
I go to the Rock for my salvation

@topcat681
A PRAYER FOR VISITORS TO THIS FORUM.
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If their hearts were a window that they could look through, oh the pains and scars they would see. What a cruel fate the skin gives as a mask to the inward pain. But the skin couldn’t cover THE SUFFERING YOUR ONE AND ONLY SON BORED on the cross as PAYMENT for all our sins because HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS ALONE HAD THE MERIT TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF YOUR HOLINESS. Indeed, ONLY HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS IS SUFFICIENT TO SAVE us from this present evil world as evidenced by Mary's song of praise. "And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour." (Luke 1:46-47 KJV) Awesome thanks to YOUR GREAT PARDON for being easy on the heart. 🥰
They have seen a lot of crazy things done in YOUR NAME. For example, the father of lies futile attempts to make crooked the right ways of the LORD to turn people away from faith in the WORKS OF JESUS CHRIST ALONE. How can anyone bear the thought of his or her life story detracting from the GLORY AND HONOR KNOWN TO BELONG TO CHRIST ALONE? As a consequence, YOU ARE A MYSTERY OF GREAT MYSTERY to them. Despite this conviction, YOU ARE MINDFUL of them as evidenced by the fact that YOUR JUDGEMENT is not speedy, allowing them to pursue the desires of the flesh.
They are aware of hypocrisy in religious assemblies that like to be seen and heard. In addition, secular education teaches that there is no right and wrong, if GOD exists there is no way of relating to HIM, and moral standards shift according to the whims of fashion. Therefore, their minds are conditioned to question everything this world has to offer including “THY POWER THROUGHOUT THE UNIVERSE DISPLAYED.” They have accepted the heavy burden of dealing with the troubles of this life and seeks to know another way, YOU THE GREAT COMFORTER TO ALL who did receive YOU as their personal SAVIOR. Still, YOU have shown them NEW MERCY every day with each thought they make and each breath they take.
Unfortunately, like the prodigal son, we are all guilty of wandering far from YOU LORD because the negative experiences of our lives tend to build roadblocks to the TRUTH. As time marches on, JESUS CHRIST HELP them to identify the way, truth, and eternal life (that is YOU). Since to know and follow your SPIRIT is more exciting than any 007 movie, and YOU DELIGHT MAKING the ordinary into extraordinary. As time marches on, JESUS CHRIST MAKE them understand that there is no way around YOUR TRUTH, and that there is something about YOUR NAME. As time marches on, JESUS CHRIST HELP them defeat in their minds what is false in YOUR EYES.
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@timolynhenry1172
Who is still enjoying this song ,hallelujah
@yoliswamasabalala5366
Meeee🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@LionsOfHope
I am ! Love Larnelle's music❣️
@elijahparis-salmon9943
I love this
@glendaharris6416
Me!!! ❤️❤️❤️
@edidiongudoituen4563
My best ever
@artofcisum_official1294
I've watched Larnell singing slow tempo songs but how he put such energy into this song and lifting up the atmosphere.....I'm having goosebumps..somebody say 'Amen'..🙏.
@susiebuie6648
Hallelujah!!!
@Iam2lazy4anything
Amen
@ugaritfarhan4511
@@Iam2lazy4anything Amen