Waters Gone By
Shawn Lewis Lyrics
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You will firmly stand with no fear inside
You will surely forget your troubles and pain
Recalling them only as waters gone by
If you put away the sin in your hand
And allow no evil to dwell
If you devote your heart
You'll be secure for there is hope
And you will safely take your rest
You will lie down
With no one to make you afraid
But the eyes of the wicked will fail
Darkness gives way to morning's light
Life will be brighter than noon day
As the waters go by into the night
I will lift up my face without shame
I will firmly stand with no fear inside
I will surely forget my troubles and pain
Recalling them only as waters gone by
As waters gone by
The opening lines of Shawn Lewis's “Waters Gone By” paint a picture of someone who has come through trials and tribulations and is now able to stand strong and confident without shame or fear. The lyrics suggest that the person in question has overcome their troubles, and though they may remember them, they no longer hold power over them. The imagery of water flowing by reinforces the idea of things passing and changing. The chorus repeats this idea of forgetting pain and trouble as the waters flow by, emphasizing the importance of moving on and letting go of past hurt.
The second verse focuses on the idea of sin and evil being obstacles to finding peace and security. The lyrics suggest that by turning away from evil and devoting oneself to God, one can find that security and hope. The imagery here also speaks to the idea of light and darkness, both literal and metaphorical. By rejecting evil and embracing God, one can find light and hope where there was once darkness and despair.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. The imagery of water flowing by adds a touch of poetry and metaphor to the lyrics, reinforcing the idea that troubles and pain are transient and passing.
Line by Line Meaning
You will lift up your face without shame
You will feel no guilt or embarrassment and confidently show your face to the world.
You will firmly stand with no fear inside
You will have a strong, unwavering stance, without any internal anxiety or doubt.
You will surely forget your troubles and pain
You will definitely let go of your struggles and emotional suffering.
Recalling them only as waters gone by
You will only remember them as distant memories that have flowed away like a river.
If you put away the sin in your hand
If you stop wrongdoing and misdeeds with your own actions,
And allow no evil to dwell
And do not let any wickedness reside in your heart.
If you devote your heart
If you dedicate your mind and emotions
And stretch out your hands to Him
And reach out to God for guidance and support.
You'll be secure for there is hope
You will be safe and stable, as there is always the possibility for a brighter future.
And you will safely take your rest
You will peacefully and confidently rest, without worrying about danger or obstacles in your way.
You will lie down
You will find a comfortable place to sleep.
With no one to make you afraid
Without any fears or terrors from others affecting your well-being.
But the eyes of the wicked will fail
The perspectives and intentions of those who seek harm and wrongdoing will falter and crumble.
Darkness gives way to morning's light
The darkness and sadness of the night will be replaced with the illumination and joy of the sunrise.
Life will be brighter than noon day
Life will be even more radiant and enjoyable than midday, the brightest time of day.
As the waters go by into the night
Just as rivers flow continuously into the darkness of the night, life will also continue on, no matter the circumstances.
I will lift up my face without shame
I will confidently show my face to the world without any guilt or embarrassment.
I will firmly stand with no fear inside
I will have a strong, unwavering stance without any internal anxiety or doubt.
I will surely forget my troubles and pain
I will definitely let go of my struggles and emotional suffering.
Recalling them only as waters gone by
I will only remember them as distant memories that have flowed away like a river.
Contributed by Gabriella S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.