Waterfall
Chris Tomlin Lyrics


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Oh God, my God I seek You
I wanna move when You move
You're more than I could long for
I thirst for You

You're an ocean to my soul
To my soul
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Running wild and free
You hear my heart when I call, when I call
Deep calls to deep
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Raining down on me

Waterfall, waterfall

Oh God, my God I seek You
In this dry and desert land
You lead me to streams of mercy
Once again

You're an ocean to my soul
To my soul

Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Running wild and free
You hear my heart when I call, when I call
Deep calls to deep
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Raining down on me

Waterfall, waterfall

It's coming like a flood
I'm dancing in the rain
Everything I've done
Is covered in rivers of grace
Amazing

Oh it's coming like a flood
I'm dancing in the rain
I lift up my hands
Your love never changes
Amazing

Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Running wild and free
You hear my heart when I call, when I call
Deep calls to deep (deep calls to deep)
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall (waterfall)
Raining down on me

Raining down on me (raining down, raining down)
Raining down on me

It's coming like a flood
Dancing in the rain





Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Chris Tomlinโ€™s song โ€œWaterfallโ€ talks about the singerโ€™s thirst for Godโ€™s love and seeking Him through his lifeโ€™s journey. The song describes Godโ€™s love as a waterfall, which brings life to the dry and desert land that he is wandering in. As the song progresses, the singerโ€™s faith in God increases, the tap of grace starts flowing, and he feels like he is dancing in the rain. The singerโ€™s metaphors of the ocean, stream, and rainwater justify the vastness and abundance of Godโ€™s love and mercy, which never fades away and keeps showering on him.


The lyrics entirely complement the title โ€œWaterfallโ€ by painting an image of Godโ€™s love raining down on us, quenching our thirst and refreshing our souls. The phrase โ€œDeep calls to deepโ€ signifies the connection between God and the singer where he responds, seeks, and praises God from the deepest corners of his heart. The song doesnโ€™t only talk about a journey of faith but also offers an insight into human psychology. As humans, we all long for love, compassion, and acceptance, and when we receive it from someone who is higher than ourselves, it is indeed overwhelming and humbling.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh God, my God I seek You
I am actively searching for you, God.


I wanna move when You move
I want to follow your lead and be in sync with your will.


You're more than I could long for
You surpass my desires and are beyond my imagination.


I thirst for You
I deeply crave a relationship with you, like someone who is thirsty for water.


You're an ocean to my soul
You are a vast and beautiful entity that nourishes and fulfills me.


Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Your love is powerful and abundant, like a splashy waterfall.


Running wild and free
It is not constrained or restricted, but is full of vitality and uninhibited.


You hear my heart when I call, when I call
You listen to my deepest and sincerest prayers and concerns.


Deep calls to deep
There is an intimate connection between us that transcends surface-level communication.


Raining down on me
Your love is showering me and saturating every part of my being.


In this dry and desert land
In the midst of a difficult and barren situation, you provide me with hope and sustenance.


You lead me to streams of mercy
You guide me towards a source of compassion and forgiveness.


It's coming like a flood
Your love is overwhelming and all-encompassing, like a flood.


I'm dancing in the rain
I am joyfully expressing my gratitude and love for you.


Everything I've done
All of my past mistakes and sins.


Is covered in rivers of grace
My faults are washed away by your unmerited favor and forgiveness.


Your love never changes
You are constant and unwavering in your affection and faithfulness.


Amazing
This is incredible and awe-inspiring.




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Written by: Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Lynn Ayebale

Thank you Jesus




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"Waterfall"

Oh God, my God I seek You
I wanna move when You move
You're more than I could long for
I thirst for You

You're an ocean to my soul
To my soul

Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Running wild and free
You hear my heart when I call, when I call
Deep calls, to deep
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Raining down on me

Waterfall, waterfall

Oh God, my God I seek You
In this dry and desert land
You lead me to streams of mercy
Once again

You're an ocean to my soul
To my soul

Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Running wild and free
You hear my heart when I call, when I call
Deep calls, to deep
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Raining down on me

Waterfall, waterfall

It's coming like a flood
I'm dancing in the rain
Everything I've done
Is covered in rivers of grace, amazing

It's coming like a flood
I'm dancing in the rain
I lift up my hands
Your love never changes, amazing

Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Running wild and free
You hear my heart when I call, when I call
Deep calls, to deep
Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall
Raining down on me
Raining down on me
Raining down on me

Your love is like a waterfall, waterfall



All comments from YouTube:

Amber Harris

my 6 year old daughter LOVES this song. she asks for it ALL the time, then she sings with it :)

Larry Postula

@Emilia same

Emilia

I used to be like your 6 six old daughter :)

Ireland Ward

I always love listing to Christian music and relaxing!
My opinion about believing in God is that every body should believe and be calm!๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š

isaac smith

Amazing song

Oreo cookie

I woke up with this song on my mind, only the HOLY SPIRIT! havenโ€™t heard this song in awhileโ€ฆ..praise God

Megan Walden

Loved it

rhys karslake

Thank you Chris! You helped me escape a stressful day at school. While listening to your music, I actually did feel the spirit within me. Thanks Again!

Lucinda Ababneh

In Jesus we are whole! May He make us well! Open our hearts minds be to His Glory not to our own glory. May we stand united in Jesus Christ! May He give us Strength when we are weak. It's not through our own strength we are strong it's through His Holy Spirit! Send down the rain Lord Jesus ! Heal us restore our nation and lands in Your Glory! Amen!

Tyler Hewlett

Amen.

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