Lead Me
Sanctus Real Lyrics
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Almost perfect from the outside
In picture frames I see my beautiful wife
Always smiling
But on the inside, I can hear her saying
"Lead me with strong hands
Stand up when I can't
Chasing dreams, what about us?
Show me you're willing to fight
That I'm still the love of your life
I know we call this our home
But I still feel alone."
I see their faces, look in their innocent eyes
They're just children from the outside
I'm working hard, I tell myself they'll be fine
They're independent
But on the inside, I can hear them saying
"Lead me with strong hands
Stand up when I can't
Don't leave me hungry for love
Chasing dreams, what about us?
Show me you're willing to fight
That I'm still the love of your life
I know we call this our home
But I still feel alone."
So Father, give me the strength
To be everything I am called to be
Oh, Father, show me the way
To lead them
Won't you lead me?
To lead them with strong hands
To stand up when they can't
Don't want to leave them hungry for love
Chasing things that I could give up
I'll show them I'm willing to fight
And give them the best of my life
So we can call this our home
Lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
Father, lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
The song “Lead Me” by Sanctus Real is a cry from a man who outwardly appears to have a perfect life – a wonderful wife, blissful children and a thriving career; but despite all these, he still feels incomplete, and all these illusions of happiness seem pale compared to the deep loneliness he feels inside. It is his penultimate begging for help to be the leader he is expected to be – both to his family and in the greater society. Though he appears to be in control, dedicating himself to his work while his family members strive for independence, deep down, he can hear them all crying out for his help.
He hears his wife’s pleas to stand up for her and to be the one to give her the love she deserves instead of leaving her hungry for attention while he chases his dreams. He sees his children grow, but the independence they strive for only underscores his inadequacy and loneliness – a void that only his leadership can fill. And so, he turns to the only one he can trust- his Heavenly Father, asking Him to give him the strength and courage to lead his family and provide the needs they are yearning for.
Line by Line Meaning
I look around and see my wonderful life
Almost perfect from the outside
In picture frames I see my beautiful wife
Always smiling
But on the inside, I can hear her saying
Despite having a beautiful life outside, with a beautiful wife and moments captured in picture frames, I am aware that she is not completely happy and can hear her silently carrying a burden.
"Lead me with strong hands
Stand up when I can't
Don't leave me hungry for love
Chasing dreams, what about us?
Show me you're willing to fight
That I'm still the love of your life
I know we call this our home
But I still feel alone."
She is asking for support and guidance from me, for me to be her backbone and to never let her feel unloved or neglected. There is a fear of abandonment and she wants me to fight for our love and not let chasing dreams be the only priority in life. She is not feeling a strong sense of belonging at home.
I see their faces, look in their innocent eyes
They're just children from the outside
I'm working hard, I tell myself they'll be fine
They're independent
But on the inside, I can hear them saying
My children might appear to be fine, but when I look into their innocent eyes, I realize that they need my help. I tell myself that they will be okay since they are independent, but deep down, I can hear them silently screaming out for help and guidance.
"Lead me with strong hands
Stand up when I can't
Don't leave me hungry for love
Chasing dreams, what about us?
Show me you're willing to fight
That I'm still the love of your life
I know we call this our home
But I still feel alone."
They want to be supported by me as well, and don't want to feel unloved or neglected. They worry that chasing dreams will get in the way of our family and feel a sense of loneliness despite being home.
So Father, give me the strength
To be everything I am called to be
Oh, Father, show me the way
To lead them
Won't you lead me?
In a moment of weakness, I pray to God to help me gather strength to be the best father and husband I can be. I ask for guidance to lead my family, and humble myself to be led as well.
To lead them with strong hands
To stand up when they can't
Don't want to leave them hungry for love
Chasing things that I could give up
I'll show them I'm willing to fight
And give them the best of my life
So we can call this our home
Lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
I vow to lead my family with strength and be their backbone when they can no longer stand alone. I will not put them through the pain of feeling neglected or unloved for the sake of chasing materialistic desires. I will fight for our love and give everything I have to make this our home. I acknowledge that I cannot do this alone and need God's help.
Father, lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
I reiterate my need for God's help in leading my family and ask Him once again to lead me so that I can be a better father and husband.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Chris Rohman, Jason Ingram, Matt Hammitt
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@SaraeLucasGontijo
I look around and see my wonderful life
Almost perfect from the outside
In picture frames I see my beautiful wife
Always smiling
But on the inside, I can hear her saying
"Lead me with strong hands
Stand up when I can't
Don't leave me hungry for love
Chasing dreams, what about us?
Show me you're willing to fight
That I'm still the love of your life
I know we call this our home
But I still feel alone."
I see their faces, look in their innocent eyes
They're just children from the outside
I'm working hard, I tell myself they'll be fine
They're independent
But on the inside, I can hear them saying
"Lead me with strong hands
Stand up when I can't
Don't leave me hungry for love
Chasing dreams, what about us?
Show me you're willing to fight
That I'm still the love of your life
I know we call this our home
But I still feel alone."
So Father, give me the strength
To be everything I am called to be
Oh, Father, show me the way
To lead them
Won't you lead me?
To lead them with strong hands
To stand up when they can't
Don't want to leave them hungry for love
Chasing dreams that I could give up
I'll show them I'm willing to fight
And give them the best of my life
So we can call this out home
Lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
Father, lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
@jarodspade1
I'm leaving this comment so everytime someone likes it I will remember to come back and listen to this amazing song.
@FaithM1976
🙋🏽♀️ I came back to listen to this awesome on March 2024🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
@tendthesheep
reminder #50. 🙂 Yahuah bless.
@Steve-og3cr
After "meeting" the lead singer at a "weekend to remember" conference for marriage, he shared the back story for this song. They had been on the road for years touring, then had kids. His wife was exhausted and stayed home with kids while he was out on tours. She eventually hit a breaking point and they sat down at a table to discuss. He said his wedding picture of his glowing wife was right next to them, while she was breaking down in front of him. Thus the reference to pictures in the song and having a home yet so alone. He mentioned how it was such a contrast of a beaming new wife to a broken empty and lonely mother. Providing for a family is not the only purpose in life as a man. We are to be present and an active force to guide, protect, influence, encourage our family and pursue our wives as we did before marriage. To be intentional in how we serve each other in marriage despite our shortcomings. Marriage is not a 50/50 arrangement, it's 100/0. Give it your all and expect nothing in return, and you will receive a relationship that thrives in love and understanding.
@unknowncrazy15
Good job on analyzing knowing the backcstory helps i thought bit different but that so nice
@CamLima7
Thanks bro for the advice
@adebolakalejaiye5864
Amazing story...thanks for giving an insight
@jessemartinez5851
I was on that cruise too! I heard his story!
@purpleroyalty3290
Amen
@penguin6533
My parents got remarried to this song. They rediscovered Christ during the divorce and truly have a testimony to tell.