Frontman Omega Levine and Drummer/Producer Sam de Jong formed New Zealand’s Parachute Band in 2007, picking up from where the original Parachute Band (1996-2006) had left off. Already, the band has toured relentlessly throughout America, Africa, Asia, the UK and Europe.
Now in their fifth year as a unit, the band stands on a strong line-up of four albums: ROADMAPS & REVELATIONS, TECHNICOLOR, LOVE WITHOUT MEASURE and their latest, MATINS:VESPERS.
Their first self-produced effort, LOVE WITHOUT MEASURE was recognised by the New Zealand music industry in 2011, garnering a New Zealand Music Award for Best Gospel/Christian Album.
From their inception, Parachute Band’s intent has been to take New Zealand’s leading worship songs and introduce them to the world. And these songs have travelled – Grammy Award-winning worship outfit Casting Crowns recorded a version of the band’s song ‘Mercy’ on their album UNTIL THE WORLD HEARS. The band has also found camaraderie with former Delirious? Frontman Martin Smith, who contributed guest vocals on LOVE WITHOUT MEASURE track ‘It’s You’.
Smith has continued to work with the Parachute boys, recruiting them as his band for a string of dates in 2010 and 2011.
The band’s strength is in their ability to avoid the musical stereotype of their genre. They’re constantly seeking experimentation; delivering solid worship themes within songs that channel the indie fervour of Arcade Fire and the instrumental invention of Sigur Ros and Bon Iver. This kind of crossover chemistry saw the band take out the People’s Choice Award at the mainstream 2008 NZ Music Awards.
Love You More
Parachute Band Lyrics
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See the tears in His eyes,
Tell me what do you see?
Just look at the crown on His head,
It's not made of gold, but of thorns instead.
His beard has been torn from His face,
Still shining with mercy and grace,
As He hung on the cross without blame.
Oh, what kind of man do you see?
The kind that still loves you and me,
Oh and what kind of love is so true?
That He gave up His life just for you.
Tell me how do you say I love you?
Can you show me the way that you care?
If He knocked on your door would it open?
Can you hear what God wants to say?
Tell me how do you say I love you?
Can you show me the way that you care?
God loves us so much that He gave up His son,
Can you hear what He's trying to say?
He loves you, always,
Even if you don't love Him today.
The lyrics to Parachute Band's song "I Belong To You" speaks of the selfless love that Jesus Christ has for all humanity. The verses call the listener to look at the physical wounds that Christ endured during his crucifixion, to see the tears in His eyes, the bloody crown on His head, and the wounds on His hands and feet. These graphic descriptions encourage empathy and understanding of the immense pain He suffered out of love for each one of us.
The chorus poses thought-provoking questions, asking the listener to examine their own understanding of what true love is and how they express it. It highlights how God's love is perfect and unconditional, demonstrated by the ultimate sacrifice of His only son, Jesus. The bridge then urges the listener to open their hearts and minds to hear the message of love that God is trying to convey.
Overall, the song conveys the message that we belong to God and nothing can separate us from His love. It reminds us to appreciate Christ's sacrifice and to strive to love others with the same selflessness and kindness.
Line by Line Meaning
Take a look at His hands and His feet
Look at the wounds in Jesus' hands and feet, from being crucified for our sins.
See the tears in His eyes
Notice Jesus' sorrowful expression as He was suffering on the cross.
Tell me what do you see?
Reflect and contemplate what Jesus' suffering means to you.
Just look at the crown on His head
Observe the painful reminder of Jesus' mocking and humiliation, with a crown of thorns on His head.
It's not made of gold, but of thorns instead
The crown on Jesus' head was not a sign of royalty or wealth, but a symbol of His sacrifice and suffering for us.
His beard has been torn from His face
The physical abuse that Jesus endured caused His beard to be ripped off.
Still shining with mercy and grace
Despite the brutal treatment, Jesus' forgiving and compassionate nature still shines through.
But He still loves us all the same
Jesus' love for us is unconditional and unwavering, even in the face of extreme pain and suffering.
As He hung on the cross without blame
Jesus, although innocent, willingly hung on the cross as payment for our sins.
Oh, what kind of man do you see?
What attributes and qualities do you observe in Jesus through His suffering?
The kind that still loves you and me
Jesus' love for us is constant, even at our lowest points.
Oh and what kind of love is so true?
Reflect on the all-encompassing, selfless love that Jesus has for us.
That He gave up His life just for you
Jesus' sacrifice on the cross was for the benefit and salvation of every single person.
Tell me how do you say I love you?
How do you express your love and gratitude to Jesus for His sacrifice?
Can you show me the way that you care?
Demonstrate your love for Jesus through your actions and deeds.
If He knocked on your door would it open?
Would you welcome Jesus into your life if He were to come to you in a tangible way?
Can you hear what God wants to say?
Are you listening to God's voice and message in your life?
God loves us so much that He gave up His son
Jesus' sacrifice on the cross was an expression of God's immense love for us.
Can you hear what He's trying to say?
Are you open and receptive to God's message of love and salvation for you?
He loves you, always
God's love for us is constant and unchanging, no matter what we do or how we feel.
Even if you don't love Him today.
God's love for us is not dependent on our response or actions, but is freely given to us.
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