Forgiveness
Da' T.R.U.T.H. Lyrics

You see the rain, it’s in the sky
The singer is acknowledging the presence of pain and sorrow in the world around us

You see the pain, it’s in the eyes
The singer is recognizing the way that pain can manifest in people's expressions and actions

Just a man, prone to minimize
The singer recognizes that he is not immune to downplaying or ignoring his own pain and the pain of others

At midnight, I can hear the bitter cries
The artist is emphasizing the weight and severity of emotional pain that people feel, especially during moments of vulnerability and solitude

Love and hate is thinner line
The artist is acknowledging how closely intertwined these two emotions can be

I see you swallowing your pride to pretend it’s fine
The singer recognizes that people often put on a facade of happiness or contentment, even when they are hurting

I wish I would have seen this ahead of time
The singer regrets not recognizing this pain sooner and potentially being able to prevent it

Then I could avoid all the pain you feel inside
The artist believes that if they had intervened earlier, they could have prevented emotional pain in someone else

Can’t sleep, odd memories
The artist is haunted by thoughts and memories that keep them from finding peace and rest

Crying out to God like, would it ever leave?
The artist is expressing desperation and longing for relief from emotional pain

Lord remember me, what’s the remedy?
The singer is asking for divine guidance and healing to overcome emotional pain

I don’t want to feel like I’m sleeping with the enemy
The artist wants to overcome bitterness and resentment towards someone who has hurt them, rather than allowing those negative emotions to control their life

Man, this whole thing is bittersweet
The singer acknowledges that forgiveness is a difficult and complex process that involves both healing and pain

I should forgive since Christ is forgiving me
The singer recognizes the importance of forgiveness in their own life, based on their faith

At least I know this in my head
The singer understands the concept of forgiveness intellectually, but may struggle to put it into practice

But it’s so much easier said
The artist recognizes that forgiveness is not a simple or easy process

They say forgiveness is a choice
The artist is referencing a common belief that forgiveness is a deliberate decision rather than a feeling or emotion

Disappointment and anger give bitterness a voice
The singer acknowledges that negative emotions can fuel bitterness and resentment if not properly addressed

But … swallow my pride and follow my God till I finish this course
The singer believes that following their faith and practicing forgiveness will help them overcome bitterness and resentment

It takes time, the minutes pass
The artist acknowledges that healing from emotional pain is a gradual process

Erase the lines, you finish last
The artist is encouraging the listener to let go of bitterness and resentment, which hold them back

But you keep submitting to what’s in the past
The artist recognizes that it can be difficult to move on from past pain and hurtful experiences

Going through the same cycle like a spinning glass
The singer is emphasizing how easy it can be to get trapped in patterns of negative thoughts and emotions

And I know that it’s a process
The artist recognizes that healing and forgiveness take time

Still trying to get past what your pops did
The singer acknowledges that childhood trauma and emotional wounds can be especially difficult to overcome

Yeah, now you’re feeling like a monster
The singer is acknowledging the feelings of shame and guilt that can come from unresolved emotional pain

Explaining to the counselors everything your mom said
The singer recognizes the importance of seeking help and support from others when working through emotional pain

It cuts you, King Sue
The artist is addressing someone who has experienced emotional pain, using a nickname as a term of endearment

God know everything you’ve been through
The artist believes in a higher power who understands and empathizes with human suffering

How you been bruised, he’s in tune
The singer believes that God is aware of their pain and suffering

But forgiveness is the healing for them wounds
The singer believes that forgiveness is a key component of healing from emotional pain

So you gotta let it go, let it go
The artist is encouraging the listener to release their bitterness and resentment

It’ll kill you if you let it grow
The artist recognizes that holding onto negative emotions can be harmful to both physical and emotional well-being

Unforgiveness is a poison, the choice is yours
The artist believes that refusing to forgive can have negative consequences for a person's emotional and spiritual health

I’m just a voice here to let them know that …
The singer is emphasizing that their words are meant to be supportive and encouraging

You say I can’t forgive, I can’t forget
The artist is acknowledging the pain and difficulty of overcoming negative emotions

They apologize, you can’t accept
The singer recognizes that it can be difficult to accept an apology from someone who has hurt us deeply

Demand respect, imagine that
The singer is highlighting the way that holding onto resentment can be rooted in a desire for power or control

When every time you sinned, God cancelled debt
The singer is emphasizing the importance of forgiveness to their faith and explaining that God forgives them even when they make mistakes

And every time he’s forgiven you
The artist is emphasizing the reciprocal nature of forgiveness in their faith

Every time that you ate a piece of forbidden fruit
The artist is referencing the biblical story of Adam and Eve to explain that everyone makes mistakes and falls short of perfection

I know you’ve been abused, I ain’t in your shoes
The singer is acknowledging that they may not fully understand the pain and trauma of someone else's experience

But I know if you let him dig up the bitter roots
The singer is expressing their belief that forgiveness can help address and heal deep-seated emotional wounds

And show them love, you’ll overcome
The artist is encouraging listeners to practice forgiveness and love in order to move past their pain

Loving enemies is part of growing up
The artist is emphasizing the importance of forgiving even those who have hurt us deeply, as a sign of spiritual and emotional maturity

Wanna hold a grudge, I know it’s tough
The artist acknowledges that forgiveness is difficult but believes it is still important

But if Joseph the dreamer forgave his older bros
The singer is referencing a biblical story in which a man forgives his brothers, emphasizing that forgiveness is possible even in difficult circumstances

And Christ forgives, and died for sins
The artist is referencing their faith to emphasize the importance of forgiveness

And likes to give life though we ain’t got the right to live
The singer is acknowledging that forgiveness is a divine gift and that they do not deserve it, but are grateful for it nonetheless

Then we should know how to waive our rights to win
The singer is suggesting that embracing forgiveness involves giving up the desire to win, gain power, or control

Whether we’re gray or our life ends, gotta show them love
The singer is emphasizing that forgiveness and love are important throughout all stages of life