In 2002, the band released their popular second album, Spoken For, which produced two more Top 10 hits. The combined success of the band's first two albums garnered a nomination for the Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist at the American Music Awards.
In 2004, MercyMe released Undone which produced two Top 10 hits: Here With Me which also hit Billboard's Top 100 chart that same year, and In The Blink of an Eye which, as of the end of 2005, was at #5 on R&R's top Christian hits. In 2005 they also released their Christmas album titled The Christmas Sessions.
2006 saw the release of the album Coming Up to Breathe, which peaked at number one on the Billboard Top Christian Albums, and #13 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Also released was Coming Up to Breathe Acoustic.
In 2007, MercyMe released their newest album, All That Is Within Me, which debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart.
In 2010 they released The Generous Mr. Lovewell. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and number one on the Christian Albums chart.
August 30, 2011 they released an album titled The Worship Sessions; it's currently exclusive to Family Christian Bookstores and can not be found on iTunes or Amazon.
The The Hurt & The Healer Songfacts says that their eighth major label studio album, The Hurt & Tye Healer, will be released on May 22, 2012. The record was produced by Brown Bannister and Dan Muckala and is centered around the concept of bringing healing to the hurting.
Don't Give Up On Me
MercyMe Lyrics
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Will You forgive time and time again
I feel like a child wondering
It’s hard to believe, to comprehend
That You would love me in the state I’m in
When I’m falling
When I’m falling down
When my world comes crashing
Crashing down
Will You still be with me
Who am I You’d even say my name
Within the same the same breath as grace
You cross every bridge I have burned
And reach for me when it’s undeserved
Wish I could see what You see in me
When I’m falling
When I’m falling down
When it’s all stripped away
When my world comes crashing
Crashing down
Will You still be with me
Oh don’t give up on me
Oh don’t give up on me
Be still I’ll never leave you
When you’re far I am near
My grace will always be greater
Than the sum of all your fears
Be still I’ll never leave you
When you’re far I am near
My grace will always be greater
Than the sum of all your fears
When I’m falling
When I’m falling down
When it’s all stripped away
When my world comes crashing
Crashing down
Will You still be with me
Oh don’t give up on me (don’t give up, don’t give up on me)
Oh don’t give up on me (don’t give up, don’t give up on me)
When I’m falling down (don’t give up, don’t give up on me), when I'm falling down
You don’t give up, don’t give up on me
The lyrics of MercyMe's song "Don't Give Up On Me" speak of one's fear of being abandoned and the yearning to be loved unconditionally. The song begins with a plea for God to find and forgive the person wherever they may be. The lyrics convey the feeling of being lost and helpless like a child who needs someone to guide and support them. The person wonders how God could love them in their current state of imperfection, but hopes that despite their flaws, God will be with them through every trial and tribulation.
The chorus captures the essence of the song in its simple yet powerful words. The person asks God if He will still be with them when everything around them falls apart, and they find themselves in the depths of despair. The verses talk about the unconditional love of God and how it transcends all human understanding despite our shortcomings. The lines "My grace will always be greater than the sum of all your fears" emphasizes the power of God's mercy and unconditional love.
In essence, the song is about hope and trust in God's love, despite moments of weakness, vulnerability, and despair. The lyrics illustrate the importance of having faith in God and believing that He will never give up on us.
Line by Line Meaning
Will You find me no matter where I am
Asking if the singer will always be able to find their way back to God no matter where they are.
Will You forgive time and time again
Seeking assurance that the singer will always be forgiven for their mistakes, no matter how many times they make them.
I feel like a child wondering
Feeling small and unsure of themselves like a child, even though they are an adult.
It’s hard to believe, to comprehend
Struggling to fully understand and accept the depth of God's love and forgiveness.
That You would love me in the state I’m in
Grateful for and amazed by God's love for them, despite their flaws and imperfections.
When I’m falling
During times of struggle or weakness.
When I’m falling down
During times of great despair or hitting rock bottom.
When it’s all stripped away
During times of loss and when everything seems hopeless and bleak.
When my world comes crashing
When everything is falling apart and nothing makes sense.
Crashing down
A reiteration of how difficult the situation is.
Will You still be with me
Asking for God's presence and guidance during these difficult times.
Who am I You’d even say my name
Being amazed that God knows and cares for them personally, even though they are just one of many.
Within the same the same breath as grace
Being associated with God's grace and forgiveness in the same thought or sentence is a great honor.
You cross every bridge I have burned
God is willing to forgive and forget mistakes, even those that were intentional or caused harm.
And reach for me when it’s undeserved
God's love and support is always available, even when the singer doesn't feel like they deserve it.
Wish I could see what You see in me
Wanting to understand and appreciate God's perspective of them and their worth.
Oh don’t give up on me
Pleading with God to not abandon or forsake them during difficult times.
Be still I’ll never leave you
God's constant presence and support is a comforting reminder during times of worry or fear.
When you’re far I am near
Even when the singer feels far away from God, God is always close by and reachable.
My grace will always be greater
The power of God's love and forgiveness is greater than any fear or mistake that the artist may have.
Than the sum of all your fears
God's love is enough to overcome and conquer all of the artist's fears, worries, and anxieties.
You don’t give up, don’t give up on me
Desperately craving God's unwavering love and support, even when the artist feels unworthy or unlovable.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Barry E Graul, Bart Millard, Daniel John Muckala, Jim Bryson, Mike Scheuchzer, Nathan Cochran, Robby Shaffer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@27deblyn
10 years later, this song still goes straight to the depths of my soul. It's rocking, it's haunting, it's beautiful, it's emotional. Such an amazing song.
@cskid61
Great song... now matter what I do he will always be there for me. <3
@juanromero3626
God answer my prayers and pray for me
@eniddorothy2931
This is my favourite on this album.... Don't give up on me
@guitarmansegovia
I am literally obsessed with this song!
@joabloney9119
mine is Hold On.
@eniddorothy2931
@@joabloney9119 I love it too. ❤️
@joabloney9119
@@eniddorothy2931 WOW! I commented on a 2 year old comment and u replied 12 minutes later lol!
@freedom3229
Thanks. This has to be one of my favorites.