She Walks With Me
Michael W. Smith Lyrics


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From the first breath of her life
She flew straight into my arms
I used to catch her from the swings
When she was five
And now she dances on the wind
In a world as hard as stone
She's so anxious to begin
And ready to fly

And she walks with me
And she talks with me
And I hold her hand in mine
I know she'll find her way
Like the light of day
Cause it's love that makes her strong

Though I cannot stop the rain
And I cannot turn the tide
And I am sure there will be things
That break her heart
I can only let her know
I am always on her side
And even as I let her go
I'll never be far

And she walks with me
And she talks with me
In her eyes I see her truth
Born of her fire and grace
As she finds her place
Cause it's love that makes her strong

And she walks with me
And she talks with me
In my eyes she'll see my prayer
As she turns each page
Through this tender age




It is love that makes her strong
It's her love that makes her strong

Overall Meaning

The song "She Walks With Me" by Michael W. Smith is a poignant reflection on a father's love for his daughter. The lyrics vividly capture the tenderness and emotional depth of this love, as the father recalls moments from his daughter's childhood with nostalgia and affection. From catching her on swings to watching her dance on the wind, the father has been a constant presence in his daughter's life, and he is now preparing to let her go out into the world.


Despite his fears about what the future may hold for his daughter, the father draws strength from the love that binds them together. He recognizes that he cannot protect her from all the pains and disappointments of life, but he can be a source of comfort and guidance as she navigates these challenges. Above all, the father is filled with a sense of awe and admiration for his daughter's resilience and inner strength, which he sees reflected in her fiery and graceful spirit.


There is a universal quality to the sentiments expressed in "She Walks With Me," which anyone who has experienced the beauty and complexity of a parent-child relationship can appreciate. Through its powerful imagery and heartfelt lyrics, the song speaks to the enduring power of love to sustain us through life's ups and downs, and reminds us that even when we are apart from those we care about, we are never truly alone.


Line by Line Meaning

From the first breath of her life
Starting at the very beginning of her life


She flew straight into my arms
I was there to support her and guide her from the very start


I used to catch her from the swings
I have always been there to keep her safe and help her navigate life's ups and downs


When she was five
At a young age


And now she dances on the wind
She has grown up and is now free to make her own choices and follow her own dreams


In a world as hard as stone
In a world that can be harsh and unforgiving


She's so anxious to begin
She is eager to start her own journey and experience all that life has to offer


And ready to fly
She is ready to spread her wings and take on the world


And she walks with me
She has my support and guidance as she navigates life


And she talks with me
We communicate openly and honestly with each other


And I hold her hand in mine
I am there to comfort her when she needs it


I know she'll find her way
I have faith that she will figure things out and make the best decisions for herself


Like the light of day
Like the sun rising every morning, she will bring brightness and positivity to the world


Cause it's love that makes her strong
My love for her will give her the strength to overcome any obstacle


Though I cannot stop the rain
I cannot prevent bad things from happening to her


And I cannot turn the tide
I cannot change the course of her life


And I am sure there will be things
I know that she will face challenges and hardships


That break her heart
Things that will cause her pain and sadness


I can only let her know
All I can do is make sure she feels my support and love


I am always on her side
I will be there for her no matter what


And even as I let her go
As she grows up and becomes more independent, I will still be there for her


I'll never be far
I will always be there for her, even if just in spirit


In her eyes I see her truth
I can see her innermost thoughts and feelings when I look into her eyes


Born of her fire and grace
She is both strong and graceful, with a drive to succeed


As she finds her place
As she discovers her purpose in life


It's her love that makes her strong
Her own love for herself, for others, and for life will give her the courage and resilience to face any challenge


In my eyes she'll see my prayer
I pray for her well-being and happiness every day


As she turns each page
As she progresses through life and its many stages


Through this tender age
At this vulnerable and uncertain time in her life




Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, KAREN SCHAUBEN PUBLISHING ADMINISTRATION
Written by: MICHAEL W. SMITH, BETH CHAPMAN

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