M… Read Full Bio ↴Laudamus is a christian heavy metal band, formed in Piteå, Sweden.
Members:
Peter Stenlund (Guitar, vocals)
Jonas Stenlund (Bass)
Anders Wigenstam (Drums)
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Laudamus Lyrics
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Lock it in or shut it out
Something ugly we "must hide"
But even Jesus wept and cried
Every now and then I fall,
I'm no Mister Know-it-all
Though I walk the narrow way,
I stumble, stop and go astray
I couldn't hear You in the storm,
Now I'm listening to the breeze
I need a solid rock to stand on,
So give me a hint, a sign, give me an evidence - now!
People ask me how I know
More than a feeling, can't let go
Can't believe in destiny
I've got a better theory
Someone is behind it all
And He hears me when I call
Someone shed his blood for me
Still I wonder: Who is He?
In this song, Laudamus talks about doubt and fear in relation to one's faith. The first two lines express the fear people have of their doubts and how they tend to keep it inside or ignore it. They see it as something ugly that must be hidden. The third line, 'But even Jesus wept and cried,' is taken from the Bible (John 11:35), and it serves to remind us that even the son of God experienced emotions and cried, so it's ok for us to do the same. The next few lines show that everyone stumbles, and nobody has all the right answers or knows everything, despite walking the narrow way. Then the chorus expresses a yearning for evidence or a sign, something concrete that will help them stand on solid ground and know without a doubt that God is real, and they're not just following a feeling or a theory.
The second verse tries to explain how the singer knows about God and why they believe in him. They don't believe in destiny but instead have a theory that someone is behind it all. They believe that there is a God who hears them when they call and someone who shed their blood for them, but they question who He is. The song seems to be a plea for God to reveal Himself to the singer and give them the evidence they need to have unshakeable faith.
Line by Line Meaning
This I know - we fear our doubt,
We are afraid of our doubt and often try to ignore it or hide it from others. It is a common feeling among people.
Lock it in or shut it out
We usually keep our doubts to ourselves or try to avoid them by blocking them altogether.
Something ugly we "must hide"
We perceive doubt as something negative and shameful, so we try to conceal it from ourselves and others.
But even Jesus wept and cried
Even Jesus, who was believed to be perfect and sinless, experienced emotions such as sadness and doubt. It is normal for humans to have those feelings.
Every now and then I fall,
I am not perfect and I make mistakes from time to time. I am aware of my imperfections.
I'm no Mister Know-it-all
I do not have all the answers and I am willing to learn.
Though I walk the narrow way,
I try to live according to what I believe is right, even if it is not easy.
I stumble, stop and go astray
Despite my efforts, I sometimes fail to live up to my own standards and make choices that take me away from my goals.
I couldn't hear You in the storm,
I was struggling with an issue and I couldn't find a solution. I felt lost and confused, as if caught in a storm.
Now I'm listening to the breeze
I am paying attention to small signs that could help me find my way. I am trying to be more aware and attuned to my surroundings.
I need a solid rock to stand on,
I am looking for something reliable and unchanging that can support me in difficult times. I need a firm foundation to build on.
So give me a hint, a sign, give me an evidence - now!
I am asking for a clear message or proof that can confirm my beliefs and guide me towards the right path. I am feeling the need for reassurance.
People ask me how I know
Other people are curious about what I believe and how I come to my conclusions.
More than a feeling, can't let go
My beliefs are not based solely on emotions, but on a deeper conviction that I cannot ignore.
Can't believe in destiny
I do not believe that everything is predetermined and that I have no control over my life.
I've got a better theory
I have an alternative explanation or viewpoint that makes more sense to me.
Someone is behind it all
I believe that there is a higher power or force that is responsible for the existence and order of the universe.
And He hears me when I call
I believe that this higher power is aware of me and my needs, and is able to respond to my prayers.
Someone shed his blood for me
I believe that there is a specific person who sacrificed himself for my sake and the sake of others.
Still I wonder: Who is He?
Despite my faith and knowledge, there are still aspects that are unclear or mysterious to me. I am still searching for a deeper understanding of this person.
Contributed by Isaac H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.