Glass House
Jaci Velásquez Lyrics
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Sometimes it feels as though my life is like a test
With expectations that I've got to be the best
Feels like everybody's always watchin'
One little slip gets people talkin'
So many unkind words are spoken
You see my heart is hurting
But it's still open
I have no other choice, but to let you see so
Come on in ''cause I know I can take it
You can throw those stones
Even tho I may be fragile
You're not gonna see me shatter
'Cause I know who I am and I won't fake it
I'm gonna take a stand
'Cause it's my faith that keeps me strong
That is all
The light is on
In my glass house
In my glass house
So tomorrow morning when we step outside our castle
We think before we let the judgment calls unravel
Our Savior said to love one another
Why must we go on hurting one another
Though it may be easier to run and hide
I'm gonna let you in
'Cause I can take it
Even though I maybe fragile
You're not gonna see me shatter, no
'Cause I know who I am and I won't fake it
I'm gonna take a stand
'Cause it's my faith that keeps me strong
The light is on
May I always find a way to give compassion
And remember how it hurt
When someone else's world is crashing
Lord, I pray for love, yeah
Come on in ''cause I know I can take it
You can throw those stones
Even though I may be fragile
You're not gonna see me shatter
No
'Cause I know who I am and I won't fake it
I'm gonna take a stand
'Cause it's my faith that keeps me strong
The light is on
In my glass house
Come on in ''cause I know I can take it
You can throw tho
se stones
Even though I may be fragile
You're not gonna see me shatter, no
'Cause I know who I am and I won't fake it
I'm gonna take a stand
'Cause it's my faith that keeps me strong
The light is on
In my glass house
In Jaci Velasquez's song, Glass House, she is embracing vulnerability and opening up about her struggles with feeling like she is constantly under scrutiny. The comparison of her life to a test with high expectations is relatable to many, as we often feel like we need to present our best selves to the world. However, she acknowledges that sometimes we make mistakes and people talk, but she is determined to keep her heart open despite the pain.
She encourages others to come into her "glass house," which symbolizes her openness and transparency, even though it may be scary to let others in. She believes that even though she may be fragile, she won't shatter because she knows who she is and won't compromise her values. Instead, she will stand strong and rely on her faith to keep her steadfast.
In the second verse, Jaci implores us to think before we judge others, and to remember to love one another as our Savior instructed. She expresses a desire to be compassionate and to remember how it feels to have our worlds crashing down around us. She ends the song with a powerful reminder that even though we may make mistakes and feel fragile, we can stand strong with our faith and keep the light on in our glass houses.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on in
Jaci Velasquez is inviting someone in to her life, despite knowing that it can be difficult and painful.
Sometimes it feels as though my life is like a test
At times, Jaci Velasquez feels as though her life is being tested, with high expectations and pressure to be the best.
With expectations that I've got to be the best
Jaci Velasquez feels the burden and pressure to constantly strive to be the best and meet people's expectations.
Feels like everybody's always watchin'
Jaci Velasquez feels a sense of constant scrutiny and judgment from others, like she's always being watched.
One little slip gets people talkin'
Jaci Velasquez is aware that even a small mistake can result in gossip and criticism from others.
So many unkind words are spoken
Jaci Velasquez has experienced the pain of unkind words and actions from others towards her.
You see my heart is hurting
Jaci Velasquez's heart has been hurt by others' words and actions.
But it's still open
Despite being hurt, Jaci Velasquez's heart remains open to others and willing to let them in.
I have no other choice, but to let you see so
Jaci Velasquez feels as though she has no other option but to let others see her true self, even if it means being vulnerable and open to judgment.
You're not gonna see me shatter
Jaci Velasquez is strong and won't be broken by others' words and actions.
I'm gonna take a stand
Jaci Velasquez is determined to stand up for herself and what she believes in.
'Cause it's my faith that keeps me strong
Jaci Velasquez's strong faith in God is what gives her the strength to persevere through difficult times.
In my glass house
Jaci Velasquez is referencing her own vulnerability and openness to others, likening it to living in a glass house where people can easily see inside.
So tomorrow morning when we step outside our castle
Jaci Velasquez is suggesting that people need to consider how their words and actions affect others, even when they leave the confines of their own home.
We think before we let the judgment calls unravel
Jaci Velasquez is encouraging people to think before judging and criticizing others, recognizing the harm that it can cause.
Our Savior said to love one another
Jaci Velasquez is reminding listeners of Jesus's commandment to love others, even in the face of differences and disagreements.
Why must we go on hurting one another
Jaci Velasquez is questioning why people continue to hurt each other when they could instead choose love and compassion.
Lord, I pray for love, yeah
Jaci Velasquez is asking God for help in spreading love and kindness to others.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIDGET LOUISE BENENATE, FEDERICO PINERO JR., JACI VELASQUEZ, TOM MCWILLIAMS
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