Tell Me Why
DAUGHTER / Vocal.CALEN Lyrics

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Why me Lord, what have I ever done
To deserve even one
Of the pleasures I've known
Tell me Lord, what did I ever do
That was worth loving you
Or the kindness you've shown.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so

Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've need you so
Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.

Tell me Lord, if you think there's a way
I can try to repay
All I've taken from you
Maybe Lord, I can show someone else
What I've been through myself
On my way back to you.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am

Now that I know that I've need you so
Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tell me why by DAUGHTER / Vocal.CALEN are introspective and heartfelt. The first few lines are a lament to the Lord, questioning why the singer has been blessed with so many pleasures and kindness when they don't feel deserving of it. The following lines express a desire to repay the grace given to them by showing others the path they've taken to find their way back to the Lord. In the chorus, the singer is asking for help and guidance from Jesus, acknowledging that they've made mistakes and their soul is in his hands.

The song reflects themes of guilt, redemption, and the search for meaning in life. The singer is grappling with their sense of unworthiness despite the blessings they've received. They acknowledge that they've made mistakes and are seeking a way to make amends. Through the song, the singer reaches out to the Lord for guidance and reassurance as they struggle to find their way. The song has a powerful emotional impact, as it speaks to the struggles that many people face in their lives.

Line by Line Meaning

Why me Lord, what have I ever done
I am filled with gratitude and wonder why you have blessed me so much despite my flaws and mistakes.

To deserve even one
I don't feel worthy of even a single benefit or pleasure that I have experienced.

Of the pleasures I've known
I am aware of the many good things and happy moments that have come into my life.

Tell me Lord, what did I ever do
Please help me understand what I did to earn your love and grace, which I value above all else.

That was worth loving you
I wonder if there was anything that I did that made me deserving of your profound love and devotion.

Or the kindness you've shown.
I am amazed and grateful for the many acts of kindness and mercy that you have shown to me throughout my life.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
I feel regret for having wasted so many opportunities and blessings that you have given me.

Help me Jesus I know what I am
I know that I am flawed and imperfect, and I need your guidance and strength to overcome my weaknesses.

Now that I know that I've need you so
Now that I realize how much I rely on you, please help me to grow closer to you and put my faith in you more fully.

Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.
I entrust my soul to your care, knowing that you will watch over me and lead me on the right path.

Tell me Lord, if you think there's a way
If there is any way that I can give back to you or serve others, please show me what it is.

I can try to repay
I would like to do something to show my gratitude for all that you have given me.

All I've taken from you
I am aware that everything good in my life comes from you, and I want to acknowledge that by giving back.

Maybe Lord, I can show someone else
If I can share my experiences and help others who are going through similar struggles, that would be a meaningful way to give back.

What I've been through myself
By sharing my own difficulties and challenges, I can offer comfort and support to others who may be going through similar struggles.

On my way back to you.
Through my efforts to give back and grow closer to you, I know that I am moving in the right direction and getting closer to you.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network
Written by: Kris Kristofferson

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