“We may live in snapshot moments,” Josh says, “but those moments are not Life. Life is not one point in time but all of the points in time between drawing our first and last breaths. Because we have experienced the faithfulness of God in the past we can be secure in the present and trust in the One who holds the future.”
There is a school of thought that dictates what a typical rock star bio should look like. Open with a snappy quote to catch the reader’s attention. Include a laundry list of accolades, weighty references to his current standing on the album sales and radio charts as well as testimonials from well-respected industry insiders regarding his future greatness. Convince the reader that the artist in question is successful, talented and - in the case of Christian rock stars -considerably more spiritually creative than the average Joe who occupies the pew next to you on any given Sunday.
Josh Wilson simply smiles and shakes his head at the absurdity of it all. You see, Josh Wilson is not a rock star - never has been; doesn’t intend to be. So if you are looking for one, you’ll just have to look someplace else.
That’s not to say Josh isn’t an incredibly talented singer/songwriter with numerous accolades and a brilliant future ahead of him. His debut album, Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup, resonated with a growing legion of fans across the nation, spawning the Top 10 radio hit, “Savior Please,” while launching him on tours with such celebrated artists as Big Daddy Weave and Matthew West. And though he would deny charges of being a guitar prodigy, Josh’s mesmerizing abilities have elicited awed comparisons, with terms like ‘Keaggy-esque’ being bandied about.
“Please don’t hang that on me,” Josh smiles. “Playing guitar is a passion for me, and I do enjoy playing. But you never arrive. You never become the best, and that’s not what I’m trying to do anyway. I want to take some lessons and brush up on my playing because honestly, I’m a little rusty.”
A little rusty for someone who studied under the tutelage of classical guitar legend, David Brandon, is like firing on all cylinders for the rest of the guitar-playing world. As phenomenal as his musicianship is, it is the lyrical integrity of his songs that remains Josh Wilson’s magnificent obsession, though he admits to wrestling with words like Jacob with the angel and sometimes walks away from his own songwriting sessions with a limp.
“I have a passion for songwriting, but I don’t think I would say that while I am in the middle of writing a song,” Josh muses. “Songwriting is hard work, and I’ll procrastinate and avoid it at all costs. It is absolutely the ground fighting back against man’s efforts to till the soil. Melodies come to me a lot easier than words, but lyrics are where the weight of the song is. The melody may stick in someone’s head, but eventually they are going to start thinking about the words. That’s why I feel so much pressure. Ultimately, it doesn’t matter if you write a good song with a great hook if the words are meaningless. It is a daunting task and a big responsibility. I do not to take it lightly.”
That undeniable tension between the words and music emerges as a focal point of Josh’s sophomore CD, Life Is Not A Snapshot. This seven-song collection of contemporary theological musings reflects Josh’s remarkable penchant for framing cold and calculated questions of faith into wild, unbridled musical expressions of trust.
“I am a pastor’s kid and grew up in the church,” Josh explains. “I don’t remember a time when I didn’t believe in Jesus, but my faith was never really challenged until I went to college. During my freshman year, I encountered people who were nice and smart, but who didn’t believe what I believed, and they started to challenge my faith. I didn’t have the foundation I needed to come up against those questions. A lot of things that I thought I knew started to fall apart. The Lord picked me up and said, ‘There are good answers to these questions, but you’re going to have to do some searching and praying and ask some smart questions yourself to figure out why you believe what you believe.’”
Hard work and seeking answers became a passion for the young singer/songwriter, and his songs have become richer as a result. In the two years since his critically acclaimed debut release, Josh has discovered a marked clarity regarding his vision and mission for his music, and it is aimed squarely at followers of Christ.
“I feel like I am called to challenge and encourage the Church,” he declares. “I want to make people think, particularly about why they believe what they believe. As soon as your faith is challenged, that is when you’ll realize that Sunday school answers are not enough. Hopefully I can encourage people to dig deeper into their faith.”
Let Me Love You
Josh Wilson Lyrics
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But I don't believe the smile you fake
It's about time that you stopped saving face
I'll meet you where you are
I'll meet you where you are
Why don't you let me, let me love you?
Why don't you let me, let me love you
For you who you are, not who you should be?
Let me love you and I will let you love me too
Why are you scared to tell the truth?
What do you think you're gonna lose?
You know we're forgiven, not accused
I'll meet you where you are
I'll meet you where you are
Why don't you let me, let me love you?
Oh, you don't have to prove a thing
Why don't you let me, let me love you
For you who you are, not who you should be?
Let me love you and I will let you love me too
I will let you love me too
Try and pretend that you're okay
But we both know that you're not alright
And that's okay
Why don't you let me, let me love you?
Oh, you don't have to prove a thing
Why don't you let me, let me love you
For you who you are, not who you?
Why don't you let me, let me love you?
Oh, you don't have to prove a thing
Why don't you let me, let me love you
For you who you are, not who you should be?
Let me love you and I will let you love me
The lyrics of Josh Wilson's song Let Me Love You speak to the listener's soul with an inviting and understanding tone. The singer acknowledges that others put on a façade, pretending to be okay and smiling through their struggles. However, he urges them to drop the act and reveal their true selves, letting their guard down and allowing him to accept them for who they are, flaws and all. He assures them that they don't need to prove anything to him, that he understands and can empathize with their pain, and he is willing to meet them in their darkness and love them through it.
The chorus of the song is especially powerful, with its repetition of the title phrase "Why don't you let me, let me love you?" It's a simple request, but one that can be difficult for those struggling with self-doubt and shame. The singer encourages them to let go of their fear and accept honesty, reminding them that they are forgiven for their mistakes and not accused.
Let Me Love You is a beautiful expression of empathy and love that resonates with anyone feeling weighed down by their own struggles. Through its gentle and accepting tone, it speaks directly to the heart, encouraging listeners to be authentic and open with themselves and with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Try and pretend that you're okay
You are trying to act like everything is fine
But I don't believe the smile you fake
I know you are not really happy, despite what you are showing me
It's about time that you stopped saving face
You don't need to hide your true feelings anymore
I'll meet you where you are
I will come to you and understand your situation
Why don't you let me, let me love you?
Please allow me to care for you
Oh, you don't have to prove a thing
You don't need to show me anything or prove yourself to me
For you who you are, not who you should be?
I accept you for who you are, not who you think you should be
Let me love you and I will let you love me too
If you allow me to love you, I will also allow you to love me
Why are you scared to tell the truth?
You seem scared to be honest with me
What do you think you're gonna lose?
Is there something that you are afraid to lose?
You know we're forgiven, not accused
I want you to know that I won't judge you for telling me the truth, we are both human and make mistakes
But we both know that you're not alright
Deep down, we both know that things are not okay for you
And that's okay
It's okay if things are not perfect, I still care for you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDY JOHN WATKINS, PAUL DAVID WILSON, GERI HALLIWELL
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