Best News Ever
MercyMe Lyrics

Some say, "Don't give up"
Some people say that you should never give up, that you should keep holding on no matter what.

And hope that your good is good enough
They hope that your best efforts are enough, that you don't need anyone else's help to succeed.

Head down, keep on working
They advise you to work harder, to focus all your attention and energy on achieving your goals.

If you could earn it, you deserve it
According to them, if you work hard enough to achieve something, then you deserve to have it - it's your right.

Some say, "Push on through"
Some people advise you to keep going, even if you're exhausted or in pain, because giving up is not an option.

After all, it's the least that you can do
They suggest that pushing on through is the bare minimum of what's expected of you, that it's not something extraordinary.

But don't buy, what they're selling
However, they caution you not to believe everything you're told, not to get trapped in unhealthy or destructive beliefs or behaviors.

It couldn't be further from the truth
They argue that what you're being sold is completely false, and that you need to look beyond it to find real hope and help.

What if I were the one to tell you
The singer is posing a hypothetical question, asking what you would feel like if they had some amazing news to share with you.

That the fight's already been won
They reveal that the struggle or conflict you're facing has already been resolved, that you don't need to keep fighting it anymore.

Well, I think your day's about to get better
The singer is telling you that the news they have to share will make your day a lot brighter and more positive.

That the work's already been done
They explain that whatever task or challenge you're facing has already been taken care of, that you don't need to keep working on it.

It's not good news
The news they have to share is not merely good or exciting, but the best news ever - something truly amazing.

It's the best news ever
They repeat that the news they have to share is the most incredible and life-changing news you'll ever hear.

Some say, "Don't ask for help"
Some people believe that asking for help is a sign of weakness, and that you should rely solely on yourself to succeed.

God helps the ones who help themselves
According to them, even God expects you to do all the hard work yourself, and only then will he assist you in your efforts.

Press on, get it right
They urge you to keep moving forward and striving to succeed, to keep trying until you get it perfect.

Otherwise, get left behind
They warn that if you don't keep up with the pace or standards set by others, you'll be left behind and left out of success.

Some say, "He's keeping score"
Some people believe that God is keeping track of all your good and bad deeds, and that you have to earn your salvation or blessings.

So try hard, then try and lean on God
They advise you to work hard to be a good person, but also to rely on God to give you the strength and support you need.

Hold up, if this weren't true
They ask you to stop and think, to consider if these beliefs about God and salvation actually make sense.

Explain to me, what the cross is for
They invite you to ponder the significance of the cross, which symbolizes Christ's sacrifice and forgiveness for all humanity's sins.

So won't you come
The singer invites you to come to them, to approach them for help or guidance on your path.

Come all you weary and your burdened
They welcome anyone who is tired, stressed, or carrying heavy loads, and offer to help them find rest and relief.

You heavy laden and you hurting
The singer addresses those who are weighed down by emotional or physical pain, and offer to support them and ease their pain.

For all of you with nothing left
They reach out to those who feel like they have completely run out of options, who have lost all hope and energy.

Come and find rest
The singer invites you to come to them and find spiritual rest, peace, and hope in their words and message.

It's not good news
The singer repeats that the news they have to share is not ordinary or mildly positive, but truly amazing and life-changing.

It's the best news ever
They conclude by repeating that the news they have to share is the most incredible, joyful, and hopeful news anyone could ever hear.

Best news ever
The singer repeats the phrase to reinforce that this is not just a casual or fleeting feeling, but a deep and enduring truth.

It's not good news
The final repetition emphasizes once again that the news they have to share is not just good, but the best news anyone could ever hope to receive.

It's the best news ever
They close the song by repeating the phrase one more time, as a final reminder of the incredible hope and joy their message brings.