My Prayer
Rice Chris Lyrics
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Where do I begin?
Words fail, tears come
I need someone
To take the thoughts I almost think
And carry them to God for me
Deep breath, exhale
Long sigh, I'm still numb
Is there anyone
Who can find the things I'm barely feeling
And give them wings beyond my ceiling?
Right heart, wrong place
It's too far to outer space
Sorry, I forgot, You're right here
I cup my hands around Your ear
I feel you smile, You feel my breath
You listen while I whisper non-sense
Simple exchange
Your will, I'm changed
And now my prayer ends
Thank You, Amen, Amen
The song "My Prayer" by Rice Chris is a poignant expression of a person’s struggle to articulate their feelings, thoughts and desires. The lyrics suggest a sense of helplessness and a deep need for spiritual guidance and support. The first stanza describes the singer’s frustration at being unable to find the words to express their emotions despite trying to start anew.
The second stanza delves deeper into this sense of numbness and detachment, as the singer admits to feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from their feelings. They long for someone who can help them make sense of their emotions and take them to God on their behalf, highlighting the importance of intercession and community in their faith.
The third stanza is a conversation between the singer and God, as they come to a realization that they have been looking for answers in the wrong places, and that God is always present and listening. At this point, the singer finds comfort and solace in the knowledge that they can communicate with God directly, and they end their prayer with a simple expression of gratitude and surrender.
Line by Line Meaning
Fresh page, new pen
Starting anew with a fresh mindset
Where do I begin?
Expressing the feeling of being lost
Words fail, tears come
Unable to articulate the emotions
I need someone
Seeking comfort and guidance
To take the thoughts I almost think
Asking for help in organizing thoughts
And carry them to God for me
Asking for assistance in prayer
Deep breath, exhale
Taking a calming breath
Breathe in deeper still
Continuing to calm oneself
Long sigh, I'm still numb
Still feeling overwhelmed despite trying to calm down
Is there anyone
Questioning if there is someone who can help
Who can find the things I'm barely feeling
Asking if someone can help identify emotions not yet fully acknowledged
And give them wings beyond my ceiling?
Asking if someone can help these emotions reach a higher being
Right heart, wrong place
Having the right intentions but not being in the right environment
It's too far to outer space
Feeling disconnected
Sorry, I forgot, You're right here
Realizing that help is always present
I cup my hands around Your ear
Visualizing communication with a higher being
I feel you smile, You feel my breath
Fostering a sense of connection
You listen while I whisper non-sense
Feeling free to express anything without judgement
Simple exchange
Simplifying the relationship between oneself and a higher being
Your will, I'm changed
Accepting the guidance and influence of a higher being
And now my prayer ends
Closing the ritual of prayer
Thank You, Amen, Amen
Expressing gratitude and ending with a traditional prayer conclusion
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