The duo gained attention with the release of a 1996 concert "Live at Luther College". VH1 recorded a 1999 performance to air as part of the program "Storytellers."
During the Dave Matthews & Friends tours, Dave and Tim opened with an acoustic set; however, they have played midset at some more recent shows.
Recently, the duo embarked on their first tour of Europe, marking their first tour outside of the States, as well as their first extended tour since the Winter 2003 tour.
Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds have most recently released "Live at Radio City", a 2DVD/2CD album on August 14th, 2007 recorded in April of the same year.
Lying In the Hands of God
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds Lyrics
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Just a taste of what your holding, for just a taste you could only... me.
Save your sermons for someone that's afraid to love. I'll be right here, lying in the hands of God.
Here it comes, diving in to me.
Now the floor is the ceiling.
If you never flew why would you, cut the wings off a butterfly? Fly.
Save your sermons for someone that's afraid to love.
If you knew what I feel then you couldn't be so sure.
I'll be right here lying in the hands of God.
If you feel angels in your hand, tear drops of joy runs down your face, you will rise.
Fillin' me up, now drain me
Skin begins to grow back slowly,
Faster until I'm choking.
Really should call my mother, mother.
Save your sermons for someone that's afraid to love.
If you knew what I feel then you couldn't be so sure.
I'll be right here lying in the hands of God.
I am in love with nothing less.
Tear drops of joy runs off my face,
I will rise for someone that's afraid to love.
If you knew what I feel, then you couldn't be so sure.
I'll be right here lying in the hands of God.
Now the floor is the ceiling.
If you never flew, why would you?
If you never flew, why would you? You.
Why would you?
In "Lying In the Hands Of God," Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds sing about the transformative power of love and the willingness to open oneself up to vulnerability. The first verse expresses a readiness to be the "soldier" for the person they love, even if it means sacrificing themselves to experience more of that love. The second verse describes how the walls that shield us from intimacy can limit our lives, and cautions against being too cautious with our emotions, signaling that we should embrace life's opportunities without fear. The chorus further underscores that love is not to be feared, but experienced fully, while the final verse refers to the physical and emotional healing that can occur when we embrace our vulnerable selves.
The repeated phrase "Save your sermons for someone that's afraid to love" suggests that the persona in the song is not afraid of love and that the person they love will not have to convince them of its value. The phrase "lying in the hands of God" also carries religious and spiritual connotations, implying faith that there is a higher power guiding us through the difficult moments of life.
One possible interpretation of the lines "Now the floor is the ceiling / If you never flew why would you cut the wings off a butterfly" is that breaking down self-imposed barriers allows us to see life from different perspectives, as if the floor has become the ceiling. Cutting the wings off a butterfly would stop it from flying, just as closing oneself off from love would hinder one's ability to fully live and experience joy.
Overall, "Lying In the Hands of God" is a song about surrendering to love, letting go of fear and cynicism, and embracing vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby I'll be your soldier. Gladly, I'll do your bidding
I am willing to fight for you and obey your commands.
Just a taste of what your holding, for just a taste you could only... me.
I am interested in exploring what you have to offer and willing to give myself to you.
Save your sermons for someone that's afraid to love. I'll be right here, lying in the hands of God.
I don't need your advice on love, I am willing to surrender and trust in God's plan for me.
Here it comes, diving in to me.
I am experiencing an intense emotional or physical sensation.
Now the floor is the ceiling.
My perspective has shifted, as if I'm experiencing something completely new.
If you never flew why would you, cut the wings off a butterfly? Fly.
You should never hold back from experiencing new things or reaching for your dreams.
If you knew what I feel then you couldn't be so sure.
You cannot truly understand my emotions or situation without experiencing it yourself.
If you feel angels in your hand, tear drops of joy runs down your face, you will rise.
If you experience true happiness or a spiritual connection, it can lift you up to new heights.
Fillin' me up, now drain me.
I am being overwhelmed with emotions or sensations, but it is fleeting.
Skin begins to grow back slowly, Faster until I'm choking.
I am healing from a past or recent pain, but it is happening too quickly and I'm struggling to keep up.
Really should call my mother, mother.
I should reach out to someone for support or guidance during a difficult time.
I am in love with nothing less.
I am fully committed to experiencing the best in life, love, or myself.
Tear drops of joy runs off my face, I will rise for someone that's afraid to love.
My emotions are overwhelming, but they will inspire me to help someone who is struggling with love.
If you knew what I feel, then you couldn't be so sure.
Only by experiencing my emotions or situation can you truly understand and empathize with me.
Now the floor is the ceiling.
My perspective has shifted, as if I'm experiencing something completely new.
If you never flew, why would you?
You should never hold back from experiencing new things or reaching for your dreams.
If you never flew, why would you? You.
You specifically should never hold back from experiencing new things or reaching for your dreams.
Why would you?
What is holding you back from experiencing new things or reaching for your dreams?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOYD C. TINSLEY, CARTER A. BEAUFORD, DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS, LEROI H. MOORE, STEFAN K. LESSARD, TIM REYNOLDS
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Colby Sard
i play this at my shows, people say what song was that? "one of the best songs ever written....
Brent Hollars
Truth
lilridley1
Colby Sard this is one of my favorites 💕💕
Daniel D
I think Dave is saying that true love is the greatest experience of human nature and to be in the euphoria of it is as close to the concept of heaven as we can get, hence the expression "lying in the hands of God"... It's as powerful, comforting and frightening as anything in this world and no one could ever talk him out of his certainty...
DMBMamas
❤❤❤
lilridley1
To the 6 idiots who disliked this, please go play in traffic. This is a masterpiece 💕
Jenni J. Gallagher
You have to love his facial expressions; pure, authentic emotion.
Daniel D
Dave blissfully rockin' in his seat gives me chills... Genius in musical form...
Strabezz
I love the little guitar riff TIM does at 01:20 I blow my load every time I hear it. I wish he would have done a longer version.
Angel Gonzalez
They say that when man sings he prays twice over. Look at these men. Truly something is moving through them. We miss you leroi.