Jennifer Ann Simmons (born November 17, 1980 né… Read Full Bio ↴Formerly of Addison Road
Jennifer Ann Simmons (born November 17, 1980 née, Chisolm in Albuquerque, New Mexico), better know by her stage name Jenny Simmons, is an American Christian music artist, formerly of the band Addison Road. Currently Jenny Simmons is a solo artist.
Simmons was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on November 17, 1980 to missionary parents, Steve and Debbie Chisolm. Her youth included moving between New Mexico, Florida, Mississippi and Texas. Simmons met her husband and former Addison Road member Ryan Simmons while attending Baylor University in 2001. They have one child together, Annie, and reside in Irving, Texas.
Lead Me On
Jenny Simmons Lyrics
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Here there is no choosing, working the clay
Wearing their anger like a ball and chain
Fire in the field, underneath the blazing sun
But soon the sun was faded and freedom was a song
I heard them singing when the day was done
Singing to the Holy One
To a place where the river runs into your keeping
Oh, lead me on, lead me on
The awaited deliverance comforts the seeking, lead on
Waiting for the train, labelled with a golden star
Heavy hearted boarding, whispers in the dark
"Where are we going, is it very far?"
Bitter cold terrain, echoes of a slamming door
In chambers made for sleeping forever
Voices like thunder in a mighty roar
Cry to the Lord
Lead me on, lead me on
To a place where the river runs into your keeping
Oh, lead me on, lead me on
The awaited deliverance comforts the seeking, lead on
Man hurts man
Time and time, time again
And we drown in the wake of our power
Somebody tell me, why?
Oh, lead me on, lead me on
To a place where the river runs into your keeping
Oh, lead me on, lead me on
The awaited deliverance comforts the seeking, lead on
Lead me on, lead me on
To a place where the river runs into your keeping
Oh, lead me on, lead me on
The awaited deliverance comforts the seeking, oh lead on
"Lead Me On" by Jenny Simmons is a powerful song that speaks to the deep desire within each of us to find direction and hope in our darkest moments. The lyrics begin by describing the struggle of working hard for another's selfish gain, without any choice in the matter. The imagery of "working the clay" suggests a sense of feeling molded or controlled by external forces, and the weight of anger "like a ball and chain" emphasizes the burden of this situation. However, despite the difficulty of these circumstances, the song offers a glimmer of hope in the "fire in the field" and the eventual freedom that is found through singing to the Holy One.
As the lyrics progress, the focus shifts to a group of people waiting for a train labelled with a golden star, a clear allusion to the Holocaust. The sadness and uncertainty of this moment is palpable, as the passengers board with heavy hearts and wonder where they are going. The bitter cold terrain and slamming door evoke a feeling of isolation and despair, but the voices that rise up in a mighty roar serve as a powerful reminder to cry out to the Lord.
Ultimately, the song's plea for direction and guidance leads to a sense of comfort in the awaited deliverance that comes from being led on to a place where the river runs into God's keeping. The repeated chorus of "lead me on" underscores the urgency of this desire, even in the face of the pain and suffering that exists in the world.
Overall, "Lead Me On" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to keep seeking hope and direction in even the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
Shoulder to the wheel for someone else's selfish gain
Working hard to help someone else achieve their selfish goal
Here there is no choosing, working the clay
Having no choice but to do hard work
Wearing their anger like a ball and chain
Feeling burdened by the anger that someone else carries around
Fire in the field, underneath the blazing sun
Enduring hard labor in a hot and uncomfortable environment
But soon the sun was faded and freedom was a song
Feeling hopeful that freedom will come soon
I heard them singing when the day was done
Hearing others singing to find comfort and hope at the end of a hard day
Singing to the Holy One
Finding solace in faith and prayer
Waiting for the train, labelled with a golden star
Waiting to get on a train that has been labeled with a symbol of hope
Heavy hearted boarding, whispers in the dark
Boarding the train feeling sad, and hearing secret conversations
"Where are we going, is it very far?"
Asking questions about the unknown journey ahead
Bitter cold terrain, echoes of a slamming door
Facing harsh weather, and the sound of a door closing behind them
In chambers made for sleeping forever
Entering a place where people go to stay forever
Voices like thunder in a mighty roar
Hearing loud and powerful voices calling out for help
Cry to the Lord
Praying for divine intervention
Man hurts man
Recognizing that humans can be cruel to each other
Time and time, time again
Repeatedly experiencing this kind of cruelty
And we drown in the wake of our power
Being overwhelmed by the power struggles of humanity
Somebody tell me, why?
Questioning the reason behind all this pain and suffering
To a place where the river runs into your keeping
Asking to be led to a place of safety and protection
The awaited deliverance comforts the seeking
Finding peace and comfort in finally being saved from suffering
Oh, lead me on, lead me on
Asking to be guided towards a better future
Contributed by Kennedy J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tiffany Hall
I love this! I think it's even better than the original.
Shiela Mae Joy SMJ
lead me on <3 so nice song :) Jen.
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DNE Momming
Nice Bethany Dillon cover :)
DNE Momming
Thanks for letting me know :)
PearL
+Deborah Ann -- You mean Amy Grant cover. ; ) (Amy is the original artist, Bethany covered Amy). PS - I LOVE Bethany Dillon.