After receiving a call from Steve Perry inviting him to audition as lead guitarist for his next solo project, For the Love of Strange Medicine, Brewster accepted and began songwriting and rehearsals for the album. Brewster's guitar technique, tone, and equipment choices possessed similar qualities and texturing to Journey's Neal Schon, and was touted as a favorable feature in the resulting album. He also toured with Perry for six months from 1994 to early 1995.
While working on his own self-titled album (with producer Paul Mills), Brewster worked with label-mate Darrell Evans, contributing vocals, guitar and co-writing on Evans' Freedom project. He also spent some time on the road, touring with Michael W. Smith during Smith's 1998 Live the Life tour. Brewster's second album, Live to Worship was released in 2000. According to his biography in his official website, "Lincoln now combines his talents and determination to record songs that will minister to a new generation of believers."
Oxygen
Lincoln Brewster Lyrics
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Mercy waiting that's brand new
Your love's taking me over again
Your hands, lifting me up so
I find wherever I go
Your love's taking me over again
You are life, every breath
I breathe out and breathe You in
I need You more than oxygen
Each step, I find that You are
Speaking Your will to my heart
Your love leading me all of the way
You speak, I am an echo
Your voice, I choose to follow
Your love leading me all the way
All of the way
I need You more than anything
More than oxygen
The song "Oxygen" by Lincoln Brewster talks about the overwhelming mercy and love of God that never fades. The imagery of oxygen is used to describe how crucial God's love and presence is in the life of the singer. He wakes up with his eyes open wide to the mercy of God that is waiting for him, brand new every day. The love of God lifts him up and takes over him, giving him life and breath. The chorus emphasizes how much the singer needs God's presence and love, more than anything, more than oxygen itself.
The second and third verses express the trust and obedience that the singer has towards God's will. He finds that God is always leading him in every step, speaking to his heart and giving him directions. He chooses to follow God's voice and His love, going all the way to wherever God wants him to be. The song ends with the chorus, reiterating how immense the singer's need for God is, that it transcends anything else, surpassing even the need for oxygen.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up, eyes open wide to
I am awake and aware, ready to receive
Mercy waiting that’s brand new
Your grace is always available and never ending
Your love's taking me over again
I am consumed by Your love and overwhelmed by Your grace
Your hands, lifting me up so
You are always there to pick me up when I fall
I find wherever I go
No matter where I am, Your love is always with me
Your love's taking me over again
I am consumed by Your love and overwhelmed by Your grace
You are life, every breath
You are the very essence of life, sustaining me with every breath I take
You're the heart beating in my chest
You are the life force that keeps my heart beating
I breathe out and breathe You in
You are the very air that I breathe, and every breath I take draws me closer to You
I need You more than oxygen
Your love is the very foundation of my existence and I cannot survive without it
Each step, I find that You are
With every step I take, I become more aware of Your presence in my life
Speaking Your will to my heart
You guide me and direct me through the still small voice that speaks to my heart
Your love leading me all of the way
Your love is the path that I follow, and it leads me where I need to go
You speak, I am an echo
I am but a reflection of Your love and grace in my life
Your voice, I choose to follow
I trust in Your guidance and direction, and I willingly follow wherever You lead
Your love leading me all the way
Your love is the path that I follow, and it leads me where I need to go
I need You more than anything
You are the reason for my existence, and I cannot live without You
More than oxygen
Your love is a vital part of my life, and I need it to survive
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music
Written by: LINCOLN BREWSTER, MIA FIELDES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@charlottedrinkall4298
I literally hate how Lincoln doesn't get the recognition he deserves. This song is so amazing.
@anthonycopter1068
Me too!
@victortrujillo6789
I must decrease,so ,He can increase''.I"am sure he gives GOD the glory for the gift and ministry.Frigjt the good fight, brothers!
@pepere2205
Right. I don't understand it. So talented. Love his music and message.
@shakirabroadby8050
Ikr I just find out about him yesterday on the radio and this song was playing. He is truly amazing and needs to be recognised
@alexestrada2249
@Anthony Copter Jesus saved my life
@nathanchong7731
More people should get to know this wonderful song and vocal of Lincoln !!😊❤
@glenteske
This is one of my favorite songs.... We need God's love both now and forever to truly live...
@Cindee-Schnitman
This makes me want to get up and dance 💃🏻
@victortrujillo6789
Dance sister,dance! May the HOLY SPIRIT resonate in your home and fill you more than Oxygen