Led by the husband-and-wife team of Glenn and Wendi Kaiser, the band has been the preeminent example of how to evangelize using Christian rock, but the quality musicianship of Resurrection Band has also been a driving force in the development of the Christian music industry at large. Glenn Kaiser also has an established solo career as a blues musican and is also a well-known speaker on various spiritual issues to youth and adults.
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In Change
Resurrection Band Lyrics
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Sorry for the pain, for the day I was born,
Sorry for the punishment I dealt to my kin,
Sorry for the mud I was wallowing in.
But in change could be admission of regret, oh,
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet.
So far gone I couldn't find my way back,
Emptied of hope, reduced to myself,
Rejecting any option to a vision of Hell.
Change, change,
But in change could be admission of regret, whoa,
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet.
In change.
I'm sorry for the truth and the consequence,
Driven to the edge of this precipe,
Stranded in darkness by the choices I made,
Dying within sight of Heaven's gate.
Change,
Change.
But in change could be admission of regret, whoa,
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet,
In change could be admission of regret, oh,
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet.
In change,
Change,
And I don't know if I'm ready for that yet.
Resurrection Band's song "In Change" is a reflection on the regrets that the singer has about their past choices and behaviours. The lyrics express a sense of guilt and remorse about the pain they have caused others and the negative impacts of their decisions. The repeated line "But in change could be admission of regret" suggests that the singer knows that acknowledging their mistakes and taking steps to make amends could lead to growth and healing, but they are hesitant to do so. They are afraid to face the truth and the consequences of their actions.
The imagery in the song creates a sense of hopelessness and despair. The singer describes themselves as being "down on my luck" and "emptied of hope," and suggests that their choices have led them to a vision of Hell. They feel trapped and unable to find their way back to a better life.
Ultimately, the song is a call to action to seek change and take responsibility for past mistakes. It acknowledges that admitting regret is difficult and scary, but necessary for growth and healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Been sorry for the past, sorry for the war,
Expressing remorse for past actions, including involvement in conflict.
Sorry for the pain, for the day I was born,
Regretting one's existence and any harm caused to others.
Sorry for the punishment I dealt to my kin,
Apologizing for harm done to family members.
Sorry for the mud I was wallowing in.
Feeling remorseful for one's past behavior and circumstances.
But in change could be admission of regret, oh,
Acknowledging that changing one's ways could signal admitting fault.
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet.
Uncertainty about being willing and able to change and admit fault.
Down on my luck, down on my cash,
Experiencing financial and personal hardship.
So far gone I couldn't find my way back,
Feeling lost and unable to find a path forward.
Emptied of hope, reduced to myself,
Feeling hopeless and alone.
Rejecting any option to a vision of Hell.
Refusing to engage in self-destructive behavior or a harmful lifestyle.
I'm sorry for the truth and the consequence,
Expressing regret for telling the truth, which had negative repercussions.
Driven to the edge of this precipice,
Feeling pushed to the brink of disaster.
Stranded in darkness by the choices I made,
Feeling trapped in a negative situation caused by one's own actions.
Dying within sight of Heaven's gate.
Feeling like one is on the brink of death or spiritual crisis.
Change,
Encouraging oneself to change.
And I don't know if I'm ready for that yet.
Undecided about whether or not change is possible or desirable.
In change.
Considering the possibility of transformation or a new direction.
Change,
Continuing to urge oneself to change.
And in change could be admission of regret, whoa,
Stressing the potential for admitting fault and regret when changing.
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet,
Still unsure about the possibility of change and the implications that come with it.
In change could be admission of regret, oh,
Stressing again the possibility of admitting fault when changing.
And I don't know if I'm ready...ready for that yet.
Still uncertain about whether or not change is desirable or possible.
In change,
Continuing to explore the potential for transformation.
Change,
Encouraging oneself to change.
And I don't know if I'm ready for that yet.
Reminding oneself of the uncertainty and ambiguity surrounding change.
Contributed by Carson S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John McGowan
on Hotfootin'
A couple of lyrics changes:
"Banana-boat Buick blaring in stereo can't drown out what he is saying."
"Brothers and sisters he tells them..."
Bruce M. Axtens
on Benny & Sue
"ignored the one inside" or "ignored the warning sign"?