Lord I Need You
Kanye West Lyrics

Well, Lord, I need You to wrap Your arms around me
The singer is asking for God to comfort and protect them through tough times.

Wrap Your arms around with Your mercy
The singer wants God's love and compassion to surround them during difficult moments.

I give up on doin' things my way
The singer admits that their own choices have not led to success and they are now relying on God's guidance.

And tell me everything's gonna be alright, oh
The artist is looking for reassurance from God that things will get better.

When you said give me a ring, you really meant a ring, huh?
The artist is questioning a partner's intentions and is suggesting that there was a lack of honesty in their relationship.

Turned out to be more than just a fling, huh?
The singer is acknowledging that they underestimated the significance of their relationship with their partner.

Three hours to get back from Palm Springs, huh?
The singer is highlighting the challenges and distance in their relationship with their partner.

Who you know spend an hour in Walgreens, huh?
The artist is suggesting that their partner's behavior is unusual and unconventional.

You know you'll always be my favorite prom queen
The artist is expressing affection and admiration for their partner.

Even when we in dad shoes, or mom jeans
The artist is saying that despite any changes or struggles they may face, they still love their partner.

Too many complaints made it hard for me to think
The singer is saying that excessive criticism from others is making it difficult for them to function.

Would you shut up? I can't hear myself drink
The artist is expressing frustration with others talking too much and hindering their enjoyment of a moment.

We used to do the freak like seven days a week
The singer is reminiscing about a past sexual relationship.

It's the best collab since Taco Bell and KFC, uh
The singer is comparing their relationship to two fast-food chains joining forces, which they believe is a positive thing.

Talk to me nicely, don't come at me loud
The singer is asking to be spoken to in a respectful tone.

You had a Benz at sixteen, I could barely afford a Audi
The artist is comparing their own financial situation to their partner's past wealth and success.

How you gon' try to say sometimes it's not about me?
The artist is suggesting that their partner is not considering their own feelings or needs.

Man, I don't know what I would do without me
The singer is saying that they rely on themselves for support and guidance, rather than their partner.

Billionaire sport, step up to the court
The singer is suggesting that they are successful in their field and can handle any challenges that come their way.

They rented a room, we bought the resort
The artist is saying that they are superior to others because they have more resources and wealth.

God got me, baby, God got the children
The artist believes that God is looking out for them and their loved ones.

The devil run the playground, but God own the buildin'
The artist is saying that despite any negative influences, they have faith that God is in control.

Time went silence, a luxury
The singer is suggesting that they value moments of peace and quiet.

Cussin' at your baby mama, guess that's why they call it custody
The artist is using wordplay to make an insult towards someone else's behavior.

God got us, baby, God got the children
The singer emphasizes their belief that God is taking care of them and their loved ones.

The devil run the playground, but God own the buildin'
The singer is suggesting that any negative experiences have been granted permission by God and that they will prevail through their faith.

Time and space is a luxury
The singer is saying that they value lost time and distance between them and someone else.

But you came here to show that you still in love with me
The artist is expressing surprise that someone has returned to express romantic feelings towards them.

Startin' to feel like you ain't been happy for me lately, darlin'
The artist is sensing that their partner is not content with their current situation or relationship.

'Member when you used to come around and serenade me, whoa
The singer is reminiscing about a past romantic gesture from their partner.

But I guess it's gone different in a different direction lately
The singer is acknowledging that their relationship has changed and is no longer what it once was.

Tryna do the right thing with the freedom that you gave me (Wheezy outta here)
The artist is expressing that they are trying to make good choices with the independence they have been given.

Your gun off safety
The artist is using wordplay to suggest that someone has made a threatening move.

Speak first, don't break me
The artist is asking for communication to be constructive and not hurtful.

Harsh words, you're angry
The singer is saying that someone is speaking negatively out of anger.

Lord, don't take me, oh, oh
The artist is possibly seeking divine protection from the tense situation they are describing.