Rescue me
Jenny Phillips Lyrics

You rescue me
The singer is grateful to their loved one for offering support when they needed it the most.

And all I can do is hold on
The singer understands that their loved one has done all they could to help them, and now it's up to the singer to do their part by holding on to that support.

I am weak
The singer admits to being in a vulnerable state.

But here in redeeming arms
The artist finds comfort and safety being in their loved one's embrace.

You show me how I'm strong
The artist's loved one gives them the courage and support needed to overcome their weaknesses and realize their own strengths.

You change me
The singer acknowledges that their loved one has had a profound impact on their life.

Just by your loving me so deep
The singer attributes their transformation solely to their loved one's deep, unconditional love.

You believe
The artist's loved one has faith in them, even when they do not.

And somehow something better
As a result of their loved one's faith, the artist feels an inner strength and purpose they did not possess before.

Wells up inside of me
This newfound strength fills the artist with hope and optimism.

You rescue me (Lord and deliverer)
In the chorus, the singer acknowledges their loved one as a divine presence in their life, a savior or deliverer.

You carry me (Master, life-giver)
The artist acknowledges their loved one as someone who uplifts them and provides them with meaning.

Maker of worlds
The singer invokes the image of a god-like figure, someone who is all-powerful and all-knowing.

King of all kings
This line emphasizes the importance of the singer's loved one, as they are seen as the ruler of all other rulers.

You cover me (Shepherd and Savior)
Once again, the singer emphasizes the divine nature of their loved one, calling them a shepherd or savior.

With mighty grace (Redeemer, creator)
This line further emphasizes the idea of their loved one as a divine figure capable of granting grace and redemption, even creating new things.

And whisper I'm safe
Through their actions, the artist's loved one reassures them of their safety and security.

You've already won (God's mighty son)
The singer sees their loved one as someone who has already overcome hardship, someone who is divine or god-like in nature.

I know now
The singer has had an epiphany or realization.

My story will end with you
The artist envisions a future where they and their loved one are together until the very end of their lives.

My knees will bend
The artist shows reverence and respect for their loved one.

And you will extend your arms
The artist envisions their loved one welcoming them with open arms.

And you will make me new
In the end, the singer trusts that their loved one will help them become a better, more complete version of themselves.