Since his first solo project in 1983, Smith has become one of the most popular artists in the contemporary Christian music world, while also finding considerable success in the mainstream. Smith has frequently topped both Christian radio and Billboard charts and is often listed as one of the top keyboardists in rock and roll in Keyboard Magazine. Smith has sold more than 13 million records and has had 29 #1 hit songs. By 2005, he had garnered 14 gold records and 5 platinum records, 40 Dove Awards, an American Music Award and 3 Grammy Awards. He was also named one of People magazine's most beautiful people.
The Glory Songfacts reports that recorded with a 65-piece London orchestra, Glory is Christian musician Michael W. Smith’s seventeenth studio album and his second instrumental record. It was released November 22, 2011. His first instrumental album was Freedom, which was released November 21, 2000.
I Will Carry You
Michael W. Smith Lyrics
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The thought of breathing only takes my breath away
I've spent so many nights wrestling with this feeling
Do I have the strength to make it through the day
But I was never meant
To walk this road alone
I can always trust you
When you say
I will carry you
Be your strength
And pull you through
Reach for me
And take my hand
We will pray
And we will stand
In a world
Crying out for peace
Let your heart be strong
For when I am weak
You will carry me
Sometimes you wonder if the road you're on has a reason
It's hard to go on when you just don't know
We can shoulder all the weight of life between us
Until the fear of what we cannot see is gone
Cause we were never meant
To walk this road alone
We are bound together
When we say
I will carry you
Be your strength
And pull you through
Reach for me
And take my hand
We will pray
And we will stand
In a world
Crying out for peace
Let your heart be strong
For when I am weak
You will carry me
I will carry you
Be your strength
And pull you through
In a world
Crying out for peace
Let your heart be strong
For when I am weak
You will carry me
I will carry you
Be your strength
And pull you through
In a world
Crying out for peace
Let your heart be strong
For when I am weak
You will carry me
And I will carry you
Please know, I will carry you
The lyrics to Michael W. Smith's "I See You" speak to the universal feeling of uncertainty and fear that we all experience from time to time. The first stanza paints a picture of doubt and despair as the singer questions the very purpose of his existence: "Sometimes I wonder if my beating heart has a reason / The thought of breathing only takes my breath away / I've spent so many nights wrestling with this feeling / Do I have the strength to make it through the day." But then, the chorus provides the answer to these questions: we were never meant to walk this road alone, and there is always someone we can trust to be there for us. "I will carry you, be your strength and pull you through," promises the singer. "Reach for me and take my hand / We will pray and we will stand."
The second stanza continues in the same vein, exploring the idea that sometimes we need the support and love of another person to keep going: "Sometimes you wonder if the road you're on has a reason / It's hard to go on when you just don't know / We can shoulder all the weight of life between us / Until the fear of what we cannot see is gone." The chorus repeats, and the final line sums up the message of the song: "And I will carry you / Please know, I will carry you."
The song is a powerful reminder that we are not alone, and that even in our most difficult moments, there is always someone who can help us through. It speaks to the importance of community and human connection, and reminds us to reach out to others when we need help.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I wonder if my beating heart has a reason
I question if my life has purpose.
The thought of breathing only takes my breath away
Existing can be overwhelming and exhausting.
I've spent so many nights wrestling with this feeling
I have struggled with these thoughts for a long time.
Do I have the strength to make it through the day
I question my ability to endure.
But I was never meant to walk this road alone
I wasn't meant to go through life without support.
I can always trust you when you say
I trust in your reliability and dependability.
I will carry you, be your strength, and pull you through
I will support you and help you overcome obstacles.
Reach for me and take my hand, we will pray and we will stand
We will lean on our faith and stand strong together.
In a world crying out for peace, let your heart be strong
Despite the chaos around us, we can have inner peace.
For when I am weak, you will carry me
We support each other, knowing we all have weaknesses.
Sometimes you wonder if the road you're on has a reason
You question your life's purpose and direction.
It's hard to go on when you just don't know
The uncertainty makes it difficult to move forward.
We can shoulder all the weight of life between us
Together, we can bear life's burdens.
Until the fear of what we cannot see is gone
We can overcome fear by relying on each other.
We are bound together when we say
Our commitment to each other unites us.
And I will carry you, please know I will carry you
I will never let you face life's challenges alone.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: ERIC LAUGHLIN, MICHAEL W. SMITH
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@2uyvonne
This man was meant to sing for the Lord Jesus and his music, the songs he sings, cut to the quick of the heart and touch the mind, to stir the conscience and open the heart to receive the truth of God's word. This song is the truth. Jesus carries me each day, mistakes and all Jesus loves me. Thank you for this song Lord Jesus and for encouraging me today Michael, God bless you.
@teresacook3836
Beautifully edited. This song is near and dear to my heart. After I was transplanted (heart) I felt exactly this way... I was baptized two years later. God moves mountains!
@zebvin
The music he makes is so blessed! I`ll listen so mutch to his music after I did my rehab in 07, that was a hard time. My wife and friends were gone, and my 3 year old son didn`t feel safe with me. The last years I was drunk all the time, lost evrything around me. With alot of hard work and Jesus by my side all the time, Im now in my third year without any alkohol. My wife and son came back to me! Mutch has change since I met Jesus! Life so good now. Thanks to Jesus and my friends in AA.
@Zipholicious
You have carried me this far and I am so grateful Lord, Please continue to carry me and give me strength. When I think about where I come from with this song, I realize how powerful it is.
@monica11760
Listening to this song a few days before Christmas in 2023. It still is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard.
@agyagi
:) I opened my Bible again, and after a very long time I felt again God's love and forgiveness... ...And I think, He gave us the music besides His Word to feel how much He loves us.
@fifalacious
thanks Jesus for carrying me and all who are struggling. Pierre John Farrugia was here, by the grace of God, and sends peace out to anyone reading this in generations to come. Wants everyone to know that Jesus is his life.
@miguel19842008
hey brothers and sisters im mexican living In new jersey US jesus thankyou to be my savior to forgiveme my sins now i have borned again jesus changed my life
@Zipholicious
Great God, wonderful counselor, Mighty Lord, Everlasting Father, Prince of peace. He is very much alive, Your will shall be done, My sister is out of hospital and its a miracle, she will be starting Physiotherapy soon. How wonderful is our God, lets keep on praying saints, we will stand in a world crying out for peace., Lets praise him all the time Thank you very much!
@miguel19842008
hey brothers and sisters im mexican living In new jersey US jesus thankyou to be my savior to forgiveme my sins now i have borned again jesus changed my life GOd bless to everyone