In 2011, she released her second solo project, HOW EMPTINESS SINGS, which received high accolades from both reviewers and fans, followed by a joint effort EP, IMAGE OF GOD, with fellow singer/songwriter Nicole Witt. Under the Radar Radio has included songs from How Emptiness Sings on their list of top gourmet songs of 2011.
As a songwriter, her songs have been hit singles, including most notably "Held" recorded by Natalie Grant, which received airplay in both Christian and mainstream markets.
Born in Texas and raised in a military family, Christa spent her childhood in various states and overseas in Germany. Her earliest influence was Amy Grant, but listeners will hear more prominently traces of Natalie Merchant and Norah Jones, among others.
Today Christa lives with her family in North Carolina, where she works at balancing her musical work with family and community life and is an advocate for Masterpiece Ministries, a creative arts camp for high schoolers.
Weightless
Christa Wells Lyrics
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Like the memory of wrongs I did when I was young
How could I, how could I
I'm sorry
I see the eyes
Of the ones that I so carelessly abused
How could I, how could I
Well, I've carried this a long time
In a well hidden bundle on my back
But I've realized repentance is weightless
So I'll leave my burden on the tracks
And then I face
The yesterdays that disappointed
Misunderstood by a cruel world
And I'm angry
You might suppose
The years would close the curtains on a scene
From such a time, but this was mine to harbor
Well, I've carried this a long time
In a well-hidden bundle on my back
But I've realized forgiveness is weightless
So I'll leave my burden on the tracks
Its gonna be like delivery that's overdue and getting too heavy
Then suddenly, I'm weightless
'Cause I've carried this a long time
In a well-hidden bundle on my back
But I've realized forgiveness is weightless
So I'll leave my burden on the tracks
I'll leave my burden on the tracks
In "Weightless," Christa Wells explores the power of forgiveness and the weight of holding onto past wrongdoings. The song opens with the poignant admission that memories of past mistakes can scald and haunt us, particularly those made when we were young. The singer speaks of the pain caused to others due to her careless actions, emphasizing her apology and regret.
The second verse shifts focus to the burden of disappointment caused by misunderstandings or unjust situations. The singer admits feeling angry and suggests that the years have not been enough to dispel the pain of these memories. However, she realizes that holding onto this weight prevents her from moving forward and finding peace. Repentance and forgiveness, however, are weightless and freeing. On this realization, the song culminates with the singer leaving her burden behind, feeling weightless as a result.
Overall, "Weightless" offers a poignant reflection on the toll of carrying past mistakes and the liberating power of forgiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
Nothing scalds
The pain of wrong actions done in youth leaves a burning feeling in the heart
Like the memory of wrongs I did when I was young
Recollection of past actions that caused harm to others haunts the mind and lingers as a source of sorrow
How could I, how could I
Regret and remorse dominate the inner dialogue, questioning how such actions could have been done
I'm sorry
An admission of guilt and sincere apology
I see the eyes
Recognition of the hurt and pain caused to others
Of the ones that I so carelessly abused
The realization that the harm caused was due to carelessness and insensitivity
Well, I've carried this a long time
The weight of the burden has been carried for a significant amount of time
In a well hidden bundle on my back
The burden has been concealed and carried without revealing it to others
But I've realized repentance is weightless
The understanding that seeking forgiveness is freeing and unburdening
So I'll leave my burden on the tracks
The decision to let go of the past and release the burden carried for so long
And then I face
The courage to confront and deal with past disappointments
The yesterdays that disappointed
The memories of past events that led to disappointment and pain
Misunderstood by a cruel world
Feeling as though the world was unkind and unsympathetic
And I'm angry
Feeling angry and resentful towards the past events and the world's response
You might suppose
Others may assume that over time, memories fade and pain lessens
The years would close the curtains on a scene
The expectation that time will heal and the past will become less vivid
From such a time, but this was mine to harbor
However, comes to the realization that the burden is their own to carry
Forgiveness is weightless
Discovering that the act of receiving and granting forgiveness is light and freeing
Its gonna be like delivery that's overdue and getting too heavy
The release and relief experienced will be comparable to the unburdening that comes with a delayed package finally being delivered
Then suddenly, I'm weightless
The lifting of the burden brings a sense of lightness and freedom
I'll leave my burden on the tracks
Releasing the burden and committing to moving forward without carrying past mistakes and misdeeds
Contributed by Wyatt Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Randy c
Why I'm not hearing this song on the radio is beyond me. Clear, unaffected vocal, the message of guilt freeing liberty in divine forgiveness, couched in the beautiful simplicity from a melody that comes only from a passionate heart. God bless you, Christa.
Kneeknee
Definitely needs more views. shes so talented. I will definitely promote her!
imanoldfatman
This song is wonderful.
edelweiss cutas
love all the songs from her
Frank Mosterd
Prachtig !!!
LiebeAlle
Reminds me of Plumb. I love it. :)