You Are The Fire
Michael W. Smith Lyrics


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You are the flame that's growing deep inside
You are the blazing passion in my eyes
You are the aching shut up in my bones
You are the longing that won't let me go

Let it burn, let it burn now
Oh from the inside out
Let it rage, let it rage now
You are the fire
You are the fire

You're all consuming, You can't be contained
Never relenting, changing everything
You are the love that overwhelms my heart
You are the fire lighting up the dark

Let it burn, let it burn now
Oh from the inside out
Let it rage, let it rage now
You are the fire
You are the fire

Let it burn, let it burn now
Oh from the inside out
Let it rage, let it rage now
You are the fire
You are the fire

Fan the flames 'til the whole world sees us burn
You are the fire
Fan the flames 'til the whole world sees us burn
You are the fire
Fan the flames 'til the whole world sees us burn
You are the fire
Fan the flames 'til the whole world sees us burn

Let it burn, let it burn now
Oh from the inside out
Let it rage, let it rage now
You are the fire




You are the fire
You are the fire

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Michael W. Smith's song "You Are The Fire" exude a stirring and emphatic expression of one's religious passion and devotion. The song portrays God as the consuming fire that fills the heart of the singer, an idea taken from the book of Hebrews, which describes God as a consuming fire. The lyrics present the concept of surrendering oneself to God, allowing His flame to consume everything within from the inside out, and subsequently allowing His love to shine through.


The chorus encourages the listener to allow God's fire to "burn" and "rage" from the inside out. Moreover, the bridge emphasises the idea that the fire of God burning within us should be so bright that it is felt, seen, and illuminates everything around us. The song seems to suggest that through both personal connection and burning passion for God, one can make a broader impact in the world.


In summary, the lyrics of "You Are The Fire" call to mind the power and intensity of religious devotion and express the idea that the fire of God burning within us can be a potent tool for change and growth.


Line by Line Meaning

You are the flame that's growing deep inside
You are the source of inspiration within me that's constantly growing stronger


You are the blazing passion in my eyes
You are the reason behind the burning passion that I hold in my eyes


You are the aching shut up in my bones
You are the feeling of longing and desire that's deeply embedded within me


You are the longing that won't let me go
You are the feeling of yearning that I can't seem to shake off


Let it burn, let it burn now
Allow the fire within me to flourish and grow stronger


Oh from the inside out
Starting from my innermost being and radiating outwards


Let it rage, let it rage now
Allow my passion to become uncontrollable and all-encompassing


You're all consuming, You can't be contained
You are an overwhelming force that cannot be restrained or held back


Never relenting, changing everything
You are constantly moving forward and causing change in every aspect of my life


You are the love that overwhelms my heart
You are the love that fills my heart beyond measure


You are the fire lighting up the dark
You are the light that illuminates and dispels the darkness around me


Fan the flames 'til the whole world sees us burn
Let the intensity of our passion burn bright enough to be witnessed by the world


You are the fire
You are the driving force behind my passion and desire




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: DUSTIN SMITH, KYLE LEE, MICHAEL FARREN, MICHAEL R. FARREN

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Esdras DE SENA BARBOSA

Louvor abençoado demais

Sharon Anderson

I love all of Michael W. Smith's music. Thank You, Michael. God Bless you and your family. Please keep this good Christian music coming!!!!

Brendon george

I love song 🎶

True Highlander

First time I hear MWS was when he did "Friends" with Amy Grant at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in 1983 or 1984.  I love his worship style of music - brings a person to the throne of the Living and True God - King Jesus!  Bless you Michael and your ministries.

Brendon george

I love song 🎧

Lahong Wan

Amen.God will be
with you wherever you go Michael He is God in you forever & eve

Brendon george

K a man 👨 and I love 💗 song 🎵

Catrina Peoples

I love all of Michael W Smith's music!!!

Wilkensonn Andre

me too my bro

Brendon george

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