Guardian Angel
Leah West Lyrics
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VERSE
Little baby up in heaven says to God
"Do I really have to go?"
God replies "Yes it′s your time to leave
But don't you worry you won′t be there alone
Quietly hoping and praying
For your sweet and safe arrival
Down on earth
Everyone is born with a guardian angel
And on her wings she′ll let you soar
Higher than you thought was possible
She′ll love you and protect you like no other
And your guardian angel has a name
You can call her mother
VERSE
As you grow and make your way on through the world
She'll be a softer light to guide you on your way
Instilling bits of wisdom like arrows in your quiver
To help with all the challenges that you′ll have to face
Rest assured that no matter where you are
You'll be surrounded by her love
A gentle support to help you keep your faith
You′re always in her heart and who she's thinking of
Repeat BRIDGE
The sacrifices that she will make
To put you first when everything′s at stake
How all that she's devoted
Until now you never noticed
She was showing you
How to be a guardian angel too
Repeat
The song "Guardian Angel" by Leah West is a heartfelt tribute to the role of mothers as protectors and guides in their children's lives. The lyrics begin with a conversation between a child in heaven and God, where the child expresses reluctance to leave the comfort of heaven. However, God reassures the child that they will not be alone on Earth, as they will have a guardian angel in the form of their mother. The song goes on to describe how a mother supports and loves their child from birth, instilling values and wisdom to help them navigate through life's challenges. The second verse emphasizes the importance of a mother's role as a guiding light to their children, providing unwavering love and support no matter where they may be.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, as it reminds us that every person has a guardian angel, and for many of us, that person is our mother. The lyrics beautifully capture the mother's selflessness and dedication to her child, sacrificing her own needs to put her child first. The chorus also suggests that the love and protection of a mother is unparalleled, with the mother's love being compared to that of a guardian angel.
Overall, "Guardian Angel" is a touching tribute to the role of mothers in our lives. The song recognizes the sacrifices that mothers make for their children, while also celebrating the endless love and support that they provide. The song encourages listeners to appreciate and honor their mothers, recognizing the unique role that they play in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Little baby up in heaven says to God
A baby who has just passed away asks God if it's necessary for them to leave.
Do I really have to go?
The baby is questioning God's decision to take them away.
God replies 'Yes it's your time to leave
God confirms that it is indeed time for the baby to go.
But don't you worry you won't be there alone
God assures the baby that they won't be alone in the afterlife.
You see there's someone who's been waiting for you
God hints at the existence of someone who's been waiting for the baby's arrival.
Quietly hoping and praying
This person has been patiently waiting for and desiring the baby's arrival.
For your sweet and safe arrival down on earth
This person eagerly awaits the baby's birth on earth and wants them to be safe and protected.
Everyone is born with a guardian angel
Each person who is born has a spiritual protector watching over them.
And on her wings she'll let you soar
This guardian angel takes care of you and helps you reach your full potential.
Higher than you thought was possible
This guardian angel can help you achieve more than you ever imagined you could.
She'll love you and protect you like no other
The guardian angel's love and protection are unparalleled and unique.
And your guardian angel has a name
The person who's been waiting for the baby's arrival is their guardian angel.
You can call her mother
The baby's mother is their guardian angel.
As you grow and make your way on through the world
As you mature and live your life, your mother's guidance will still be there.
She'll be a softer light to guide you on your way
Her guidance will be gentle but still powerful enough to lead you through any obstacles.
Instilling bits of wisdom like arrows in your quiver
She will provide you with knowledge and insight that you can keep for later use, like arrows in a quiver.
To help with all the challenges that you'll have to face
The knowledge she imparts will prepare you to handle any difficulties you may encounter.
Rest assured that no matter where you are
Wherever you are in life, your mother's love and support will always be with you.
You'll be surrounded by her love
Her love envelops you, providing you with comfort and security.
A gentle support to help you keep your faith
She will support you in times of need and help you maintain your faith.
You're always in her heart and who she's thinking of
You are always on your mother's mind and in her heart, no matter what.
The sacrifices that she will make
Your mother is willing to make sacrifices on your behalf.
To put you first when everything's at stake
She will prioritize your needs, even in the face of challenges or risks.
How all that she's devoted
Her devotion to you is unwavering.
Until now you never noticed
You may not have been aware of or appreciated her efforts until recently.
She was showing you how to be a guardian angel too
Your mother has been demonstrating the qualities and actions of a guardian angel, and by following her example, you too can be a guardian angel to others.
Writer(s): Leah West
Contributed by Sydney M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
emily mattingly
This song is amazing. You`re an amazing writer and have a voice of an angel. I can`t wait to tell my mom who I`m away from because of DHS that this is my song to her. This song gave me goosebumps
Leah West
Often lyrics just seem to fall from the sky or appear in dreams. I can't really explain it. It's a beautiful thing that has always sort of happened to me. Sometimes the melody is there, other times it comes later. I'm really grateful this song found its way into my life. Even happier that I get to share it will all of you xoxo
Leah West
I'm so sorry for your loss. Having wonderful people around us are guardian angels too. thank you for taking the time to reach out to me with your story. much love xoxo Leah
Leah West
It's just a song about love for a mother. It can be interpreted however you like. It can be for whatever faith your heart leads you to. Cheers, Leah
Leah West
thank you so much for your kind message. Sometimes that happens and life is far from perfect. I've had many horrible things happen to me, but I was lucky to have a wonderful mother. We can always chose to be the mothers we never had. Sometimes life finds other ways to show us what's best. My best wishes to you xoxo Leah
Zara Jensen
whenever i listen to this song i burst into tears, It reminds me how much she's done for me
Saos Fitriyatna
the lyrics is just so deep :')
Leah West
Hello! Thank you so much for this beautiful comment. I'm really touched by all the comments here. Due to the popularity of this song, I have made the chords and/or the sheet music available on my web site. I hired my pianist to write out all the sheet music so that the whole world could sing this song. YouTube prohibits us posting web links here in the comments, but if you go to leahwest . com / store (delete the spaces) My sheet music is there for purchase. I hope that helps. :-) Leah
Leah West
I'm sorry to hear that. It was once said to me that "friends are the family we make for ourselves". I hope you have found good people with which to surround yourself with in this lifetime. It's important to find those we love and trust, even if they are outside our blood family. We all have a spiritual family, we just need to find them. Peace & Blessings to you xoxo Leah
Knox Patterson
my mother was and always is my Guardian Angel. She is there for me even when she's not around. R.I.P Mom. I miss you.