Inside of You
John Schlitt Lyrics
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There wasn't anything that you couldn't do.
Learn to fly on paper wings,
But somebody told you dreams don't come true.
Some settle for a lie, and fake it
And try to keep their hearts from breakin',
But you defy the odds and make it
Worth the going through.
Oh, inside of you
There's a heart full of dreams,
Like the gold in a stream to be uncovered.
Inside of you
Lies a soul made to shine.
Yes, a child meant to fly and discover
All the wonders God can do
Are inside of you.
Everyday, you face the fear
With a measure of faith that you need.
And even now, all heaven cheers
For the miracle you're destined to be.
True bravery is bought with sorrow.
Life is but a gift we borrow.
And all the promise of tomorrow
Waits to be revealed.
Oh, inside of you
There's a heart full of dreams,
Like the gold in a stream to be uncovered.
Inside of you
Lies a soul made to shine.
Yes, a child meant to fly and discover
All the wonders God can do
Are inside of you.
Where dreams can still come true.
All the wonders God can do
Inside of you.
The song Inside of You by John Schlitt is an uplifting anthem about pursuing one's dreams despite the obstacles and naysayers along the way. The lyrics speak to the inner child in all of us, who once believed that anything was possible before being told otherwise. The first verse paints a picture of a time when the listener was young and had boundless dreams, even though someone (perhaps an adult figure) planted a seed of doubt that dreams don't come true. The chorus is a reminder that inside the listener, there is still a heart full of dreams and a soul destined to shine. The second verse acknowledges the fear that comes with pursuing one's dreams, but encourages the listener to face that fear with the faith necessary to achieve their goals. The line "True bravery is bought with sorrow" suggests that there may be pain and sacrifice involved in achieving one's dreams, but that it is worth it in the end. The final chorus repeats the message that all the wonders of God can be found inside of the listener, and that dreams can still come true.
Line by Line Meaning
As a child, you used to dream
When you were a child, you had big hopes and aspirations.
There wasn't anything that you couldn't do.
You felt like you could accomplish anything.
Learn to fly on paper wings,
You imagined yourself capable of flying like a bird, even if only on paper wings.
But somebody told you dreams don't come true.
Someone discouraged you and made you doubt your own abilities and dreams.
Some settle for a lie, and fake it
Some people choose to give up on their dreams and pretend they're content with less.
And try to keep their hearts from breakin',
They try to protect themselves from disappointment and heartbreak.
But you defy the odds and make it
You refuse to give up on your dreams and succeed despite the obstacles you face.
Worth the going through.
The struggles and challenges were worth it in the end.
Oh, inside of you
Deep within you,
There's a heart full of dreams,
You have a heart filled with aspirations and desires.
Like the gold in a stream to be uncovered.
Your dreams are like hidden gold waiting to be discovered and achieved.
Lies a soul made to shine.
You are meant to stand out and shine with your unique talents and abilities.
Yes, a child meant to fly and discover
You have the potential to fly high and explore all that life has to offer.
All the wonders God can do
The opportunities and blessings that God can provide.
Are inside of you.
They are within you, waiting to be realized and achieved.
Everyday, you face the fear
Each day, you confront your fears and challenges.
With a measure of faith that you need.
You rely on your faith to give you the strength and courage to face these challenges.
And even now, all heaven cheers
The universe is on your side and cheering you on.
For the miracle you're destined to be.
You are meant for greatness and have the potential to do great things.
True bravery is bought with sorrow.
Being brave and taking risks often comes with pain and hardship.
Life is but a gift we borrow.
Our time on earth is limited and temporary, so we must make the most of it.
And all the promise of tomorrow
The possibilities and opportunities of the future.
Waits to be revealed.
Are waiting to be discovered and achieved.
Where dreams can still come true.
There is hope for your dreams to still come true.
All the wonders God can do
The opportunities and blessings that God can provide.
Inside of you.
Are within you, waiting to be realized and achieved.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: MARK HEIMERMANN, DANN HUFF, JOHN SCHLITT, BILLY SPRAGUE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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INSIDE OF YOU LYRICS
(Romans 8:29-31; I Corinthians 7:7b)
I.
As a child you used to dream
There wasn't anything that you couldn't do
Learn to fly on paper wings
But somebody told you dreams don't come true
Some settle for a lie and take it
And try to keep their hearts from breakin'
But you defy the odds
And make it worth the going through
(Chorus)
Oh, inside of you there's a heart full of dreams
Like the gold in a stream to be uncovered
Inside of you lies a soul made to shine
Yes, a child meant to fly and discover
All the wonders God can do
Inside of you
II.
Every day you face the fear
With a measure of faith that you need
And even now all heaven cheers
For the miracle you're destined to be
True bravery is bought with sorrow
Life is but a gift we borrow
And all the promise of tomorrow waits to be revealed
(Chorus)
Finale:
Where dreams can still come true
All the wonders God can do
Inside of you
@LMGM1986
As a child, you used to dream
There wasn't anything that you couldn't do.
Learn to fly on paper wings,
But somebody told you dreams don't come true.
Some settle for a lie, and fake it
And try to keep their hearts from breakin',
But you defy the odds and make it
Worth the going through.
Oh, inside of you
There's a heart full of dreams,
Like the gold in a stream to be uncovered.
Inside of you
Lies a soul made to shine.
Yes, a child meant to fly and discover
All the wonders God can do
Are inside of you.
Everyday, you face the fear
With a measure of faith that you need.
And even now, all heaven cheers
For the miracle you're destined to be.
True bravery is bought with sorrow.
Life is but a gift we borrow.
And all the promise of tomorrow
Waits to be revealed.
Oh, inside of you
There's a heart full of dreams,
Like the gold in a stream to be uncovered.
Inside of you
Lies a soul made to shine.
Yes, a child meant to fly and discover
All the wonders God can do
Are inside of you.
Where dreams can still come true.
All the wonders God can do
Inside of you.
@julieezung3923
Who else listening in 2023..God is good all the time
@abemohumtsoe2137
Im going through the toughest time in life now but soon be overcome with good by the Grace of God... Thankyou John for assuring me!
@unitedkingdomministriesmat2083
Brings back childhood memories 😢 😭
@jazzcat412
This was the best song you ever did John thank you one if the few songs to get to me n cry but I love it
@christinemclatchie
Thank You Lord for our wonderfully gifted brother...John
What a beautiful song ❤️
God keep blessing you John 🙏
@francesshelton1358
So beautiful 💕😍
@desiodom75
I love this album and your work Mr. Schlitt with one of the best musicians ever..DANN HUFF!!!!...God bless you!
@MrBranddy
God is awesome and im glad petra is sharin this with the world. I love you Jesus.
@rabefreeman1
Beautiful song... inspiring and fresh through all these years!
@dlminier
This is such an encouraging song . . . inspiring, when I grow weary of this world.