Five- piece from Toledo, Ohio Matt Hammitt (lead vocals), Mark Graalman (drums), Chris Rohman and Pete Prevost (guitars), and Dan Gartley replacing Steve Goodrum(bass).
Often quoted as "Electrifying Christian Rock" with the rock edge of bands like Foo Fighters and songwriting of Matchbox 20. They are mostly known for a trio of chart-topping hits—“Everything About You,” “The Fight Song” and a cover of U2’s “Beautiful Day”.
Their albums include:
All This Talk of Aliens - 1998
Message for the Masses - 1999
Nothing to Lose - 2001
Say it Loud - 2002
The Face of Love - 2006
We Need Each Other - 2007
and... Pieces of a Real Heart, which Sanctus Real held a vote on Twitter and Facebook to decide the title. - 2010
Dear Heart
Sanctus Real Lyrics
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Just look at all the trouble you drag me into.
I've heard it said to follow your heart,
But I'm starting to wonder if it's gone too far.
Oh Heart, you've let me down,
Chasing love where it can't be found.
Heart, we've fallen out,
Have led me to doubt. Tell me who's gonna save us now?
Dear Heart, you're in the wrong place,
Looking out for yourself no matter what I say.
And I know that you're holding me back,
And it's time for a change, so I'm giving you away.
Heart, you've let me down,
Chasing love where it can't be found.
And Heart, we've fallen out,
Cause all of your emotions
Have led me to doubt. Tell me who's gonna save us now?
La la la la la la la la la,
La la la la la la la la la (2x)
Heart, you've let me down,
Chasing love where it can't be found.
And Heart, we've fallen out,
Cause all of your emotions
Have led me to doubt. Only Jesus can save us now
The song "Dear Heart" by Sanctus Real seems to be a conversation between the singer and their own heart. The lyrics begin with the singer questioning the ownership of the heart. It's uncertain whether the person's emotions are under their control or if the heart is running the show. The heart is blamed for causing the singer trouble and leading them down the wrong path. The lyrics also question the advice of following one's heart, suggesting that it might not be the best course of action.
As the conversation between the singer and their heart continues, the singer expresses feeling let down by the heart. They've chased love to no avail because the heart has led them down the wrong path. The singer has had enough and is giving their heart away, declaring that only Jesus can save them. The lyrics suggest that relying solely on one's emotions can be dangerous and lead to disappointment, but putting faith in a higher power can provide hope and healing.
Overall, "Dear Heart" is a contemplative song that challenges the common phrase "follow your heart" and encourages relying on something greater than oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Dear Heart, do you belong to me, or do I belong to you?
Am I in control of my emotions or are my emotions controlling me?
Just look at all the trouble you drag me into.
My emotions have caused problems in my life.
I've heard it said to follow your heart,
People often say to trust your feelings and emotions.
But I'm starting to wonder if it's gone too far.
I'm beginning to question whether that's good advice.
Oh Heart, you've let me down,
My emotions have disappointed me.
Chasing love where it can't be found.
I've pursued something that's not there.
Heart, we've fallen out,
I'm upset with my own emotions.
Cause all of your emotions have led me to doubt.
My feelings have caused me to question myself.
Tell me who's gonna save us now?
I feel lost and unsure of how to move forward.
Dear Heart, you're in the wrong place,
My emotions have taken me down the wrong path.
Looking out for yourself no matter what I say.
I'm trying to control my emotions, but they won't listen.
And I know that you're holding me back,
My feelings are keeping me from moving forward.
And it's time for a change, so I'm giving you away.
I need to let go of my emotions and make a change.
La la la la la la la la la,
Instrumental.
La la la la la la la la la (2x)
Instrumental.
Only Jesus can save us now.
I need to rely on my faith to move forward.
Contributed by Jayce E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.