Cover Me
Michael W. Smith Lyrics


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In the darkness and in the flood
You're there with me, You're there with
And in the desert and in the sun
You're holdin' me, You're holdin' me, yeah

You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love

When my strength is faltering
You carry me, You carry me
When the world is damaging
You fix in me, You fix in me, yeah, hey

You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love

In the darkness and in the flood, You're there with me
You cover me with love, yeah
And in the desert in the sun, You're holdin' me
You cover me with love, yeah

And when my strength is faltering
You carry me
You cover me with love

You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
You cover me with, You cover me with Your love

You cover me with, You cover me with Your love




You cover me with, You cover me with love, oh yeah
You cover me with love, Your love, oh yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Michael W. Smith's "Cover Me" express an unwavering faith in God's presence and love, even through difficult and trying circumstances. The repetitive structure of the song reinforces the idea that no matter where one finds themselves in life, God is always there, holding them and carrying them through their struggles. The lyrics speak of being carried when one's strength is faltering and being covered with God's love in both the darkest and brightest of moments.


The use of powerful imagery, such as being covered with love, provides a tangible sense of comfort and protection. The repetition of the phrase "You cover me with Your love" emphasizes the depth and constancy of God's love. The song's emotional resonance is further enhanced by the soulful inflections of Michael W. Smith's vocals and the gospel-infused instrumentation.


Overall, "Cover Me" is a powerful expression of faith and trust in God's love and protection, emphasizing that even in times of hardship, one can find peace and comfort in the knowledge that they are never alone and always covered by God's love.


Line by Line Meaning

In the darkness and in the flood
Even when times are tough and I am going through hardships, you are with me.


You're there with me, You're there with
I am never alone because you are always by my side.


And in the desert and in the sun
Whether I am in difficult and barren places or in beautiful and joyous moments, you are with me.


You're holdin' me, You're holdin' me, yeah
You support me and keep me steady through all of life's experiences.


You cover me with Your love
Your love surrounds and protects me.


When my strength is faltering
When I am feeling weak and unable to go on,


You carry me, You carry me
You lift me up and support me, giving me the strength I need to keep going.


When the world is damaging
When the world is hurting me and causing me pain,


You fix in me, You fix in me, yeah, hey
You heal my wounds and restore me, making me whole again.


You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
Again, your love surrounds and protects me.


You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
Your love is unwavering and constant.


You cover me with, You cover me with Your love
And once again, your love is my shield and my refuge.


You cover me with, You cover me with love, oh yeah
Your love is what sustains me, bringing me comfort and peace.


You cover me with love, Your love, oh yeah, yeah
Your love is everything to me - my comfort, my strength, my refuge.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, BMG Rights Management
Written by: MICHAEL W. SMITH, LEELAND DAYTON MOORING, MATT BRONLEEWE

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