He auditioned in Louisville, KY, singing Gavin DeGraw's "I Don't Wanna Be." During Hollywood Week, Giraud sang "Georgia On My Mind" and received a standing ovation from the judges. He was chosen by the judges to advance to the finals as a Wildcard.
Giraud performed "Human Nature" in the top 13; "So Small" in the top 11; "Let's Get It On" in the top 10; "You Found Me" in the top 9; "Part-Time Lover" in the top 8 and "Have You Really Ever Loved A Woman" in the top 7. He received the fewest votes in top 7 week, but was saved by the judges by using the one and only save in the competition. In second top 7 week he sang "Stayin' Alive" and advanced to the top 5, where he sang "My Funny Valentine." Giraud was finally eliminated on April 29 and left in good spirit, calling himself "the cat with nine lives."
Most recently, Matt moved to L.A.
You Saved Me
Matt Giraud Lyrics
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And I'm stuck in the same old circle (same old circle)
Stuck in a place that I don't know
But I really know what can be
I wanna know if you could let me
(Cuz I can not let myself)
I wanna know if you could save me
I've changed
Since you've called my name
Look at me I'm free
Since you saved me
When I come to my senses I know you
You are everything I need
And of course you are
All you were for me
When I am sittin' all alone
(You can set me free)
When I was lost on my own
You came and saved me
I'm not the same
I've changed
Since you've called my name
Look at me I'm free
Since you saved me
Is there really love for God?
Do you really care about him?
Do you value what he did?
I'm not the same
I've changed
Since you've called my name
Look at me I'm free
Since you saved me
You took my heart and saved my soul
Mhmm-woahhh
Whooo-woo-oooo
In this song, Matt Giraud talks about feeling stuck in a repetitive cycle and not knowing how to get out. He sings about wanting to be saved and asking for help, acknowledging that he can't do it on his own. He credits someone for calling his name and changing him, freeing him from his previous state. He recognizes that this person has saved him, taken his heart, and saved his soul. Towards the end, he questions the listener's love for God and if they understand and value what He has done.
The lyrics are quite emotional and speak to a common human experience of feeling lost or stuck at times. By asking for help and being vulnerable, the singer is able to find freedom and change. The song also touches on the theme of the importance of faith and the role of a higher power in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Days come 'round and it's come and gone
Time passes by, and things come and go in my life.
And I'm stuck in the same old circle (same old circle)
I feel like I'm trapped in the same routine, not making any progress.
Stuck in a place that I don't know
I feel lost and uncertain about my future.
But I really know what can be
I have hope that things can be better.
I wanna know if you could let me
I'm asking for someone to help me and guide me.
(Cuz I can not let myself)
I don't have the strength or knowledge to do it on my own.
I wanna know if you could save me
I'm hoping that someone can rescue me from my current situation.
I'm not the same
I've undergone a transformation.
I've changed
I'm not the person I used to be.
Since you've called my name
This change is the result of someone reaching out to me.
Look at me I'm free
I feel liberated and unhindered.
When I come to my senses I know you
When I finally realize what's going on, I recognize that someone has been there for me all along.
You are everything I need
This person has become an indispensable part of my life.
And of course you are
It's obvious that this person has always been there for me.
All you were for me
This person has played a critical role in my life.
When I am sittin' all alone
During times of solitude and isolation,
(You can set me free)
this person has the ability to liberate me.
When I was lost on my own
When I had no direction or guidance,
You came and saved me
this person was there to save me.
Is there really love for God?
Do people truly love and value God?
Do you really care about him?
Do you genuinely care for God and his teachings?
Do you value what he did?
Do you appreciate and honor what God has done?
You took my heart and saved my soul
This person has transformed me completely.
Mhmm-woahhh
An expression of gratitude and awe.
Whooo-woo-oooo
An expression of emotion and joy.
Writer(s): Robert S. Kelly
Contributed by Reagan M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Real Deals
This is true talent!! God bless you and everything you touch.
TheBiggestJordinSparksFan J-ski
I love this song, it is so true!~
ladyskittz
great song man
Jolanda Frick
we all need to be saved
Big l
200 TRU