His Eye Is On the Sparrow
Hilary and Kate Lyrics

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Why should I feel discouraged
Why should the shadows come
Why should my heart feel lonely
And long for heaven and home

When Jesus is my portion
A constant friend is he
His eye is on the sparrow

And I know he watches over me
I sing because I′m happy
I sing because I'm free
His eye is on the sparrow

And I know he watches
He watches me
I sing because I′m happy
I sing because I'm free

His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
He watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
He watches me

He watches me, I never thought
He watches me

Overall Meaning

The song "His Eye Is On the Sparrow" by Hilary and Kate is a beautiful expression of faith and trust in God's guiding presence in our lives. The lyrics convey a sense of comfort and reassurance, addressing the feelings of discouragement, loneliness, and longing that can often arise in our hearts. The singer wonders why there is a need to feel discouraged or for shadows to come over their life, when they have Jesus as their constant companion and friend.

The imagery of the sparrow serves as a powerful symbol throughout the song. Just as God watches over and cares for the smallest and seemingly insignificant sparrow, the singer understands that God also watches over and cares for them. This knowledge brings them happiness and freedom, and thus they sing in gratitude and joy. The repetition of the line "His eye is on the sparrow" emphasizes the singer's unwavering belief in God's watchful and loving presence, bringing them comfort and assurance in times of doubt or difficulty.

Line by Line Meaning

Why should I feel discouraged
Why should I allow myself to feel disheartened

Why should the shadows come
Why should difficulties and challenges arise

Why should my heart feel lonely
Why should my heart experience a sense of isolation

And long for heaven and home
And yearn for the comfort and solace of heaven and a place to call home

When Jesus is my portion
Because I have Jesus as my source of fulfillment and sustenance

A constant friend is he
He is a faithful and unwavering companion

His eye is on the sparrow
He attentively watches over even the smallest of creatures, like a sparrow

And I know he watches over me
And I have the assurance that he cares for and protects me

I sing because I'm happy
I express my joy through singing

I sing because I'm free
I sing because I have been liberated

His eye is on the sparrow
He continues to watch over the sparrow