Pray For Me
Max Romeo & The Gaytones Lyrics

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Pray for me
Pray for me
In this troubled, sickened world
I stand alone, so
Pray for me, pray for me, pray for me

I once lived the life
Of a weak heart

No mercy did I ever see
I robbed and I killed
I lied for a thrill
Your forgiveness, O God, I ask

Listen to me now!
Pray for me
Pray for me
In this troubled, sickened world
I stand alone, so
Pray for me, pray for me, pray for me

Pray for me now
Pray for me
Pray for me
In this troubled, sickened world
I stand alone, so
Pray for me

I'm weary, sad and worn
Your hands I lean upon
When the world - this world - seems all so drone
Will you pray for me?

Pray for me now
Pray for me, brother

Pray for me now
Pray for me, little sister

Overall Meaning

The song "Pray For Me" by Max Romeo & The Gaytones appears to be a plea for redemption from a person who once lived a life of crime and violence. The lyrics suggest that the singer has recognized the error of their past ways and seeks forgiveness and support from others. The repetition of the phrase "pray for me" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's need for spiritual interventions and the realization that they cannot overcome their challenges alone.

The line "In this troubled, sickened world, I stand alone" highlights the singer's current state of isolation and possibly feeling disconnected from society. However, the singer reaches out to God and others, asking for prayer and support. The line "Your hands I lean upon" suggests that the singer is looking for comfort and guidance from a higher power. The song ends with the repeated plea for prayer, suggesting that this is where the singer will find the support they seek.

Line by Line Meaning

Pray for me
Asking for someone to pray for them

Pray for me
Repeating the request for prayer

In this troubled, sickened world
Describing the world as full of problems and sickness

I stand alone, so
Feeling isolated and alone in the world

Pray for me, pray for me, pray for me
Continuing to plead for prayer

I once lived the life
Reflecting on their past behavior

Of a weak heart
Admitting their own character flaws

No mercy did I ever see
Feeling like they were never given a chance

I robbed and I killed
Confessing to criminal behavior

I lied for a thrill
Admitting to dishonesty for personal gain

Your forgiveness, O God, I ask
Seeking forgiveness from a higher power