Lovelite’s proficiency to reflect what they value both sonically and lyrically is illustrated on their latest release, Nearness, an album others have described as “sincere,” “haunting,” and “remarkable.” Fans of Arcade Fire, Radiohead, Doves, Mew, and Peter Gabriel will connect with the project’s lush guitar riffs, rich organ layers, and stunning harmonies.
Andrew and Jen met in High School and began leading worship together at youth group. Soon after the Polfers married, the couple decided to create Lovelite when their collaborative song writing experiments began spreading throughout college campuses and churches in their community. After completing their first independent album, All Color, the duo was approached by Chad Johnson of Come&Live with a wild idea: “give away the album for free.” Inspired by the opportunity to make a bold sacrifice for the sake of God’s kingdom, Lovelite agreed to offer their music as a digital gift. Partnering with Come&Live, Lovelite has given away over 20,000 downloads of their collective albums and songs.
Lovelite has set out to make church music that reaches a generation that is bored with the status quo of worship by launching them into a deeper spiritual conversation with their creator.
According to Andrew, “There are only two eternal things in this world: God and People. Worship is an opportunity for people to creatively relate to a relational creator.”
It’s Nearness.
Honestly
Lovelite Lyrics
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You call for me with love
Seeking out my heart to hold
I open up my door
Rid my heart of evil
And I will live to reach You
holding on Your words
If You ask I'll follow You,
I give up my will
Rid my heart of evil
And I will live to reach You
(reach You)
Honestly, You're the good in me
You are all I have,
gracious perfect King
Honestly, I am Yours to free
You have won my heart,
now take hold of me
I love You more than gold,
the greatest price now known
A song to sing,
a hand to hold,
I love You all the more
Rid my heart of evil
And I will live to reach You
(reach You)
Honestly, You're the good in me
You are all I have,
gracious perfect King
Honestly, I am Yours to free
You have won my heart,
now take hold of me
I love You more
I love You more
I love You more
The lyrics of Lovelite's song Honestly speak of a love and devotion to a higher power, presumably God. The opening lines portray a scene where the singer is inside their house, and a call for love reaches them from outside. The singer then opens the door to allow the love in, symbolizing their willingness to be embraced by the divine. The next lines describe the singer's desire to have their heart purified of evil, indicating their willingness to surrender their flawed nature to be closer to God.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that the divine presence inside of the singer is the source of all that is good in them. The singer glorifies their higher power, referring to them as the "gracious perfect King" that has "won their heart." The singer is willing to abandon their individual will and follow the will of their higher power.
Overall, the lyrics of Honestly convey a sense of surrender, love, and devotion to a higher power. The song is a reflection of the singer's desire to be one with God and to have their heart purged of evil.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting at my door
You, God, are always present and waiting for me to invite you into my heart.
You call for me with love
You constantly invite me to come closer to you with your unconditional love.
Seeking out my heart to hold
You desire to hold my heart and to have a deep personal relationship with me.
I open up my door
I choose to open my heart to you and invite you in as my Lord and Savior.
Rid my heart of evil
Please remove all sin and negativity from my heart so that I may be pure and holy for you.
And I will live to reach You
Once my heart is cleansed, I will live a life dedicated to reaching you and following your will for me.
I belong to You,
I recognize that I am yours and I submit myself fully to your authority and love.
holding on Your words
I trust in your promises and hold fast to your teachings and wisdom.
If You ask I'll follow You,
I am willing and eager to follow your will for my life, even if it's not what I expect or desire.
I give up my will
I surrender my own desires and plans, and ask that your will be done above all else.
Honestly, You're the good in me
I know that any good in my life comes from you and your love working in me.
You are all I have,
You are the most important and valuable thing in my life, above all else.
gracious perfect King
You are the perfect ruler and leader, always full of grace and love for your people.
Honestly, I am Yours to free
I acknowledge that only you can truly set me free from my sins, and I give myself fully to you.
You have won my heart,
Through your love and sacrifice, you have captured my heart and devotion.
now take hold of me
I ask that you guide me and never let me go, holding me close to you always.
I love You more than gold,
My love for you surpasses any earthly possession or treasure.
the greatest price now known
Your sacrifice for me on the cross is the ultimate display of love and the most valuable thing to me.
A song to sing,
I rejoice in your goodness and love, and praise you with songs of joy.
a hand to hold,
I find comfort and strength in your constant presence and guidance in my life.
I love You more
My love for you continues to grow and deepen every day.
Contributed by Carson P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
PlatypusBear123
AWESOME! I've been looking for music like this :)
bianca velez
such a sweet song <3
Flye Aye
❤❤❤😍