You Need A Saviour
Michael W. Smith Lyrics


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Made a friend last night, or you thought you did
Had a drink, had a talk, took a drive
Shared the night, gave up a part of your soul
Now she's gone and you're a little less alive

Shake it off, never let your feelings begin
But your defenses are down and the fear is closing in
Yes, you really need a savior
Somehow you've known it all along
Yes, you really need a savior
You know you've heard it for so long

Yes, you really need a savior
Someone to come and lead you on
You need a savior, you need a savior
It's time

Told yourself today just for your own sake
What was lost wouldn't cost anyway
Life's a one night stand, this time you'll win
The up and down, life long game that you play

Shake it off, never let your feelings begin
But your defenses are down and the fear is closing in

Yes, you really need a savior
Somehow you've known it all along
Yes, you really need a savior
You know you've heard it for so long

Yes, you really need a savior
Someone to come and lead you on




You need a savior, you need a savior
It's time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Michael Smith's song "You Need a Saviour" tell the story of a person who believes they have made a friend, but ultimately feels betrayed and left alone. The first verse describes the night they spent together, sharing drinks and conversation and opening up to each other. However, when the friend leaves, the singer feels like they have lost a part of themselves and is left feeling empty. The second verse sees the singer trying to brush off the experience, convincing themselves that losing this friend wasn't a big deal and that life is just a game. But the chorus repeats that they really do need a savior, someone to guide them and help them cope with the ups and downs of life.


The lyrics suggest a deep sense of loneliness and a search for meaning and purpose. The singer seeks validation through this friendship, but ultimately feels let down and lost. The chorus expresses a desire for someone to come and provide guidance and direction, suggesting that the singer is looking for something beyond just a friendship or a one-night stand.


Overall, "You Need a Saviour" is a poignant reminder of the importance of human connection and the need for a guiding force in our lives. The lyrics urge us to seek out saviors that can help us navigate the challenges of life and find a sense of fulfillment and belonging in a lonely world.


Line by Line Meaning

Made a friend last night, or you thought you did
Maybe you met someone new last night and thought you made a friend.


Had a drink, had a talk, took a drive
You spent time with this new friend, drinking, talking, and driving around.


Shared the night, gave up a part of your soul
You opened up to this new friend and shared your deepest thoughts and feelings.


Now she's gone and you're a little less alive
But now that she's gone, you feel like a part of you is missing and you're not fully alive.


Shake it off, never let your feelings begin
You try to shake off these feelings and convince yourself not to get attached.


But your defenses are down and the fear is closing in
But deep down, you know your defenses are down and you're afraid of getting hurt.


Yes, you really need a savior
The song is trying to tell you that you need a savior, someone to help you and guide you through life.


Somehow you've known it all along
You've always had a feeling that you needed someone to help you, even if you didn't know who or what that was.


You know you've heard it for so long
You've heard this message before from others or from within yourself, but maybe you haven't taken it seriously.


Someone to come and lead you on
You need someone to show you the way and lead you to a better path in life.


You need a savior, you need a savior
The song is emphasizing that you really do need someone to help you, it's not just a passing thought.


It's time
The song is urging you to take action and seek the help or guidance you need, to not delay any longer.


Told yourself today just for your own sake
Perhaps you're telling yourself that it's better for your own well-being to not get too attached to others.


What was lost wouldn't cost anyway
Maybe you're trying to convince yourself that what you shared with that new friend wasn't all that important or valuable.


Life's a one night stand, this time you'll win
But the reality is that life is fleeting and unpredictable, and you can't always control the outcomes. You may feel like you'll win this time, but life doesn't work like that.




Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: DEBBIE SMITH, MICHAEL W. SMITH

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