The Good Life
Lecrae ft. J. Paul Lyrics


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The truth was all around me
But I closed my eyes and ears
I went looking for the answers somewhere else
Now I've learned to listen
When I used to only hear
And I found the answers inside myself

I'm in tune
I can see Heaven's heartbeat
In the stars that shine above
And I can feel the power
Of a universal love
With all my imperfections
There's still a place for me
I'm finding how good life can be
I'm in tune

A thousand different teachers
Tried to teach me how to sing
But none of them could show me harmony
I feel so much better now
Singing in the key of love
With a different drummer keeping time for me

I'm in tune
I can see Heaven's heartbeat
In the stars that shine above
And I can feel the power
Of a universal love
With all my imperfections
There's still a place for me
I'm finding how good life can be
I'm in tune





I'm in tune

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of “The Good Life” by Lecrae Feat. J. Paul speak about the journey of finding oneself and the realization that the answers to life may not be found externally. The first verse reveals the singer’s past mistakes of ignoring the truth that surrounded them and seeking the answers outside of themselves, leading to a lack of understanding. However, the second line shows that the singer has learned to listen and has found the answers within themselves. This shift in perception has led to a sense of harmony with the universe, described in the chorus as being “in tune” and being able to see “Heaven’s heartbeat” and feel a “universal love.” Despite having imperfections, there is still a place for the singer, and they are finding how good life can be.


The second verse illustrates the singer’s previous attempts at following different paths taught by various “teachers.” However, none could provide a sense of understanding of oneself and the world around them. It is only when they start singing in the “key of love” that they find a sense of fulfillment and belonging. Overall, the song expresses the journey of self-discovery and the importance of finding one’s own truth.


Line by Line Meaning

The truth was all around me
I was surrounded by truth but chose to ignore it.


But I closed my eyes and ears
I intentionally blocked out the truth.


I went looking for the answers somewhere else
I sought answers in all the wrong places.


Now I've learned to listen
I've realized the importance of paying attention.


When I used to only hear
Instead of really listening, I would just hear things without truly understanding them.


And I found the answers inside myself
I discovered the solutions within myself.


A thousand different teachers
Many people tried to teach me.


Tried to teach me how to sing
They attempted to help me find my voice.


But none of them could show me harmony
None of them were able to help me find harmony in my life.


I feel so much better now
I feel better after finally finding my voice.


Singing in the key of love
I'm singing with love guiding me.


With a different drummer keeping time for me
I've found my own path in life, with someone else supporting me.


I'm in tune
I'm in a state of harmony.


I can see Heaven's heartbeat
I can feel the rhythm of the universe and see the beauty around me.


In the stars that shine above
I can see the stars clearly and appreciate their beauty.


And I can feel the power
I can sense the strength of the universe.


Of a universal love
I feel the love that connects all things in the world.


With all my imperfections
Despite my flaws and faults.


There's still a place for me
I have a place in the world and in the hearts of those around me.


I'm finding how good life can be
I'm discovering the joys of life.


I'm in tune
I'm in harmony with the world around me.




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Pablo José Martínez

Still rocking in 2019!

Enzo Lopes

thank god 🙏🙏 The really rap album is back again!!! THX Crae!!! God Bless u!

TwoToneTony

This was barely posted and I'm already on it and bumpin. This is fire 🔥

Noah AG

It came out before 2016

Noah AG

This album came out January 2011 this is a repost

noah shuman

2 albums in two months?? Don't rush

Thick Slug

+noah shuman this album was from 2011, it's just a reupload.

john wilkerson

dont ask why is it old. maybe its new to others.

The Path To Eternity

Listening in June 2022!

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