In 2008, Sligh released his first album as a solo artist, entitled "Running Back To You," featuring four redone Half Past Forever songs. This album also features the hit single "Empty Me," which earned top 5 fame on AC Christian charts.
Sligh returned on September 14th, 2010 with his sophomore effort, and first on Word Records, entitled "The Anatomy of Broken."
"The Fro Patrol" is the name for Sligh's avid fans/fan club, which arose during his time on American Idol. They get their name from Sligh's curly afro.
Sligh has also garnered fame as a songwriter. He has written such songs as "Here Comes Goodbye," by country favorite Rascal Flats.
Are You Pleased
Chris Sligh Lyrics
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That I like to call my good
And see the mirror of my heart reflecting you
I know you listen to me, but what do you hear
Am I lovely to your ear?
All I want is to hear you say ?well done?
Are you pleased with me?
Are you pleased?
I know that I am nothing
Outside of who you are
And it?s you I should be striving to become
I know you?re watching over me, but what do you see
Am I moving towards the grace that covers me?
pre-chorus
Are you pleased with me?
Am I everything you want for me to be?
Am I drawing closer to you?
Is my heart deciding you are all I need?
Are you pleased?
Oh, I know I could never do enough on my own
But still you see me through the precious blood
Oh, it?s only the blood of Jesus?
All I want is to hear you say ?well done?
pre-chorus * chorus 2
In Chris Sligh's song "Are You Pleased," the singer addresses God with a vulnerable introspection. The lyrics explore themes of self-worth, identity, and the human struggle to live up to God's expectations. The opening lines introduce the singer's self-deprecation, describing the "filthy rags" that constitute their best efforts. The line "see the mirror of my heart reflecting you" suggests that the singer is aware that their self-image is not an accurate reflection of who they are through God's eyes. The second verse discusses the paradox of striving to achieve something beyond oneself while acknowledging that "I am nothing / Outside of who you are."
The pre-chorus and chorus underscore the song's central question: "Are you pleased with me?" The singer wants validation from God that they are living up to expectations, that they are "drawing closer" and "moving towards the grace" that covers them. The final lines of the chorus express the singer's desire to hear God say "well done" as a validation of their worth.
Overall, "Are You Pleased" is a poignant examination of the human condition and a testament to the enduring need for spiritual validation.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you see through all these filthy rags
Can you see past my flaws and imperfections?
That I like to call my good
Believing my flaws and imperfections are my strength
And see the mirror of my heart reflecting you
To see your reflection within me
I know you listen to me, but what do you hear
I know you're attentive to me, but are you understanding me?
Am I lovely to your ear?
Am I pleasing to you?
All I want is to hear you say ?well done?
A desire to hear your approval
Are you pleased with me?
A questioning of one's worth and approval in your eyes
Am I everything you want for me to be?
Am I living up to your expectations?
I know that I am nothing
Acknowledging one's insignificance
Outside of who you are
Without your influence and guidance
And it?s you I should be striving to become
A goal to become more like you
I know you?re watching over me, but what do you see
Knowing you're observing my actions, but am I making a positive impression?
Am I moving towards the grace that covers me?
Am I living in accordance with your grace?
Is my heart deciding you are all I need?
An internal journey to make you my sole source of fulfillment
Oh, I know I could never do enough on my own
A realization of one's inability to succeed solo
But still you see me through the precious blood
You see me through the sins that have been cleansed
Oh, it?s only the blood of Jesus?
The underlying factor of redemption is Jesus' blood
Chorus 2, Are you pleased with me?
Echoing the questioning of one's value and approval in your sight
Chorus 2, Am I everything you want for me to be?
Echoing the desire to meet your expectations
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: CHRIS SLIGH
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Dian Ayu Merdekawati
i like every lyrics from your song, its describe the struggle of God's children to obey Him.. and always correct our self if there is something that not pleased God.. Thankyou for your song