Full Attention peaked the Billboard Top Christian and Gospel Albums Chart at #47, and the only single released from the album, "Sweetly Broken", peaked at #17 on the Billboard Hot Adult Contemporary Chart during a 20-week stay. However, the single has already grown to be a worship staple in churches and on Christian radio stations all over the United States.
Riddle is a former middle school youth pastor at the Anaheim Vineyard in Anaheim, California, a position he held for 6 years, as well as leading worship at the church. He took the position after a few years of playing in a mainstream band with no success. Being in the position allowed for the inspiration with which he penned the songs that appear on Full Attention.
Riddle is married with three children."
Always
Jeremy Riddle Lyrics
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A place that's lonely where I can find You only
The desolate calls, the wide open space
Where the noises that drown Your voice dim away
And I'm weeping, inundated with love
Always I am waiting, and always anticipating Your love
Always I am waiting, and wanting to remain in this love
It's all I want to drink of
Come to me, be not far off, give ear to my words and speak back Your heart
There is nothing I want more than this
Always I am waiting, and always anticipating Your love
It's all my heart can think of
And always I am waiting, and wanting to remain in this love
It's all I want to drink of
Always, always, always waiting for You
I'm always, always waiting for You, waiting for You
In this song, Jeremy Riddle is expressing his desire to escape from the noise and chaos of everyday life, and find a quiet place where he can connect with God. He is looking for a desolate, lonely place where he can be alone with God and hear His voice clearly. This is a common theme in many Christian songs, where the artist seeks a deeper spiritual connection and communion with God, away from the distractions and noise of the world.
The lyrics are very introspective and heartfelt, as Riddle expresses his longing to be close to God and his need for His love and guidance. He is weeping and overwhelmed with love, showing his vulnerability and deep emotions. Riddle also stresses the importance of waiting and anticipating God's love, and making it the focus of his heart and thoughts.
Overall, the song is a beautiful expression of faith and devotion, as Riddle shares his personal journey towards a deeper, more meaningful relationship with God.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to run away, find a place quiet to pray
I desire a solitary place, far from the city's noises, where I can speak to You in low tones
A place that's lonely where I can find You only
I need a quiet and isolated place just to seek You
The desolate calls, the wide open space
The uninhabited wilderness attracts me
Where the noises that drown Your voice dim away
I yearn for a place where the distractions of the world do not obstruct Your voice
And I'm weeping, inundated with love
My heart is sensitive and overwhelmed by Your love, making me weep
Always I am waiting, and always anticipating Your love
Every moment of my life, my heart is expectantly waiting for Your love, it's my heartbeat
It's all my heart can think of
Your love is the only thing that occupies my mind and heart
And always I am waiting, and wanting to remain in this love
I long to remain in Your love forever
It's all I want to drink of
Your love is like water that I thirst for
Come to me, be not far off, give ear to my words and speak back Your heart
Draw near to me, talk to me, and reveal Your heart to me
There is nothing I want more than this
Being in Your presence and hearing Your voice is my utmost desire
Always, always, always waiting for You
My soul is forever yearning for You
I'm always, always waiting for You, waiting for You
I am always waiting for You with great expectation
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