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.
Official website: http://www.resurrectionband.com/
Where Roses Grow Intro
Resurrection Band Lyrics
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Hating who you are and what you've made of yourself, not forgiving yourself for you,
What was I trying to prove, running from you?
And it hurts me so to see that box I know, filled with photographs of things I knew,
But you promised me you'd make all things new.
Paint a picture of a lonely life,
Paint a picture of a cold, grey night,
Paint a picture of a starving man,
Paint a picture, being born again,
Paint a picture of an empty cage, for this bird has flown.
Oh,
Oh.
When you live all alone, hating your only companion, oh, they tell you it's alright, but, baby, you know that's a lie,
Oh, I reached the bottom; I hope you don't have to find out the way I did,
Trip after trip, and try after try, after try.
Paint a picture of a broken heart,
Paint that picture, and you can start to understand the love of the saviour and, oh, how he understands you,
Paint a picture of a blood-covered cross,
See that picture and you'll know what it cost, the price God paid to prove his love for you.
To prove his love for you,
To prove his love for you,
To prove his love for you, oh.
He died to prove his love for you,
Yes, he did,
Yes, he did,
Died to prove his love for you, oh,
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah,
(Fade)
The lyrics of the song Where Roses Grow by Resurrection Band depict the struggles of loneliness, self-doubt, and the journey towards finding oneself in the hands of the savior. The opening stanza describes the pain of self-loathing and the longing for validation and acceptance from someone else. The singer hates who they are and what they have made of themselves, yet they are running away from their only hope, which is Jesus. The line "But you promised me you'd make all things new" shows a ray of hope towards redemption and finding peace in the savior.
The second stanza of the song paints a picture of a bleak, lonely life where the singer is the only company. However, the lyrics signify that there is hope in being born again in Christ, and it is a way of breaking free from the chains of personal struggles. The line "Paint a picture of an empty cage, for this bird has flown" shows the singer's liberation from their struggles.
In the final stanza, the lyrics illustrate the victory of redemption and the price paid by Christ on the cross. The line "Paint a picture of a blood-covered cross, see that picture, and you'll know what it cost, the price God paid to prove his love for you" emphasizes the unconditional love of God, which is manifested in the death of his son, Jesus Christ, for the redemption of humanity.
Overall, the song Where Roses Grow is a powerful portrayal of personal struggles, redemption, and the unending love of God.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, the hours of agony in that darkened room, silhouetted by an ache to be desired by someone,
The pain of being alone, desperate for love and acceptance, surrounded by darkness.
Hating who you are and what you've made of yourself, not forgiving yourself for you,
Self-loathing and unforgiveness for one's own mistakes and shortcomings.
What was I trying to prove, running from you?
Questioning the point of running away from God and trying to prove oneself.
And it hurts me so to see that box I know, filled with photographs of things I knew,
Regret for lost time and memories that cannot be relived or reclaimed.
But you promised me you'd make all things new.
The promise of renewal and redemption offered by God.
Paint a picture of a lonely life,
Depicting a life of isolation and loneliness.
Paint a picture of a cold, grey night,
A dreary night without warmth or comfort.
Paint a picture of the emptiest day you've ever known,
Describing the most empty and devoid day experienced.
Paint a picture of a starving man,
Portraying a man in need of nourishment and sustenance.
Paint a picture, being born again,
Depicting the experience of being reborn or renewed.
Paint a picture of an empty cage, for this bird has flown.
Symbolizing freedom and release from captivity or confinement.
When you live all alone, hating your only companion, oh, they tell you it's alright, but, baby, you know that's a lie,
Even though others may try to reassure, the truth is felt that loneliness is a difficult companion.
Oh, I reached the bottom; I hope you don't have to find out the way I did,
Having hit rock bottom and hoping others will not have to reach that point.
Trip after trip, and try after try, after try.
Repeated failures and struggles to find a way out of despair.
Paint a picture of a broken heart,
A heart that has been shattered and torn apart.
Paint that picture, and you can start to understand the love of the saviour and, oh, how he understands you,
Through the depiction of brokenness, one can begin to comprehend the love and empathy of Jesus.
Paint a picture of a blood-covered cross,
A visual representation of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, covered in blood.
See that picture and you'll know what it cost, the price God paid to prove his love for you.
The understanding of the cost of sacrifice and the demonstration of God's love.
To prove his love for you,
The purpose behind God's sacrifice on the cross.
He died to prove his love for you,
Restating the reason and significance of Jesus' death.
Yes, he did,
Affirming the truth of Jesus' sacrifice.
(Fade)
Indicating the gradual end of the song.
Writer(s): Stu Heiss, Glenn H. Kaiser
Contributed by Hunter F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Red_Pill_Matrix
Where Roses Grow
Empty promises that were etched in stone,
Scattered by the wind to places I have known,
All the burning lamps by the window pane, lit for their return, but they never came,
I lose myself in deep regret, still I hear a voice that I can't forget.
It says we will run where roses grow, our feet unbound at last,
Laugh as morning dawns; the night forever passed,
See the face of glory, feel the river flow,
Hear the voice of God and run where roses grow.
Fading hope is gathered as the sky grows dim,
Somewhere it's raining, but it's drought... drought within,
Out across the desert - was it fate or was it chance?
I saw clouds approaching where I took my stance.
They say we will run where roses grow, our feet unbound at last,
Laugh as morning dawns; the night forever passed,
See the face of glory, feel the river flow,
Hear the voice of God and run where roses grow,
Hear the thunder rolling - can you hear the horn?
I'm climbing Jacob's ladder up through the storm.
Stand with me at the mercy seat, with mounds... mounds of ashes spread about my feet,
You know who I am, all I think I know,
See it in the marrow, buried deep in the bone,
How is there no anger in the words I hear, only love and mercy erasing every fear?
You say we will run where roses grow, our feet unbound at last,
Laugh as morning dawns; the night forever passed,
See the face of glory, feel the river flow,
Hear the voice of God and run where roses grow,
Hear the thunder rolling - can you hear the horn?
I'm climbing Jacob's ladder up, up, up through the storm.
@FistieSplinters
It's ashamed that someone this good is forgotten because he was a follower of the Christ.
LYRICS BELOW:
Empty promises that were etched in stone,
Scattered by the wind to places I have known,
All the burning lamps by the window pane, lit for their return, but they never came,
I lose myself in deep regret, still I hear a voice that I can't forget.
It says we will run where roses grow, our feet unbound at last,
Laugh as morning dawns; the night forever passed,
See the face of glory, feel the river flow,
Hear the voice of God and run where roses grow.
Fading hope is gathered as the sky grows dim,
Somewhere it's raining, but it's drought... drought within,
Out across the desert - was it fate or was it chance?
I saw clouds approaching where I took my stance.
They say we will run where roses grow, our feet unbound at last,
Laugh as morning dawns; the night forever passed,
See the face of glory, feel the river flow,
Hear the voice of God and run where roses grow,
Hear the thunder rolling - can you hear the horn?
I'm climbing Jacob's ladder up through the storm.
Stand with me at the mercy seat, with mounds... mounds of ashes spread about my feet,
You know who I am, all I think I know,
See it in the marrow, buried deep in the bone,
How is there no anger in the words I hear, only love and mercy erasing every fear?
You say we will run where roses grow, our feet unbound at last,
Laugh as morning dawns; the night forever passed,
See the face of glory, feel the river flow,
Hear the voice of God and run where roses grow,
Hear the thunder rolling - can you hear the horn?
I'm climbing Jacob's ladder up, up, up through the storm.
@edburch9975
There is fine bluesy rock; and THEN there's Where Roses Grow!
Gospel Blues Rock at its humble best!
@nickhill8612
You are absolutely right.
@GREGBALDWINBLACKSKY
I prayed with Glen and Wendy in the 80s and have only grown stronger in my Christian faith since I’ve seen them live that magical night! I love this band!
@kamaya6302
Wow !!!! I just discovered this band, Glenn Kaiser is truly amazing, a Christian band that plays and sings for our Jesus Christ. Thank you very much for the video...
@MatiasPolako
You're welcome, glad you discovered this great band! My all time favorite in Christian music... Be sure to check out the Playlist with the other songs 👍🏻
@therealtreeguy65
Finding this band this beautiful Sunday morning has made my day! Thanks!
@JeannieMitchellMyers
It made mine as well, I even had to make my own You Tube video using it! I found this song on my brothers you tube channel, he passed away not long ago and I just had to put something out there in his memory. It made my day as well!
@rodo4590
One of the greatest song ever written on the face of the Earth
@noehctuccmliw
I've been listening to Rez Band/Glenn Kaiser since I was 12 ... I'm 50 now and still got these fantastic tunes on my cell play list. Mixes in well with many of the secular 70's 80's rock music.
Some of my favorite Rez songs: Gameroom, Zuid Afrikan, Military Man, Lincoln's Train, Players, So in Love With You, Alter of Pain, Beyond The Gun, Where Roses Grow, In My Room, Bargain, 2000, Shadows, Souls For Hire, Walk Away, Souls For Hire, & Tears in The Rain
...what a legacy...
Thanks Glenn, Wendy, Stu, Roy, John, Jim, & all other contributers to what successfully became The Resurrection Band...
@prunellalefay
Wendy & Glenn, could Jam, truly celebrating the gifts of the soul,Great way to perk up Sunday Services, in Chicago in the 70s.💙😸✌🏻