Here I Am
Tamela Mann Lyrics


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I never imagined
I'd feel this way
Hopelessly lost
Alone in my pain
I've tried to get by on my own
Now I know I was wrong
I was wrong
Here I am
Please take this heart
Lord I need all that you are
Capture me now
Let your mercy rain down
I'm waiting for just
One touch of your hand
Here I am

Can you mend what I've broken
Give back what I lost (Give back what I lost)
Heal and restore
The wounds and these scars
Lord I am honestly desperately
Trusting in you, I'm trusting in you

Here I am
Please take this heart (Take this heart)
Lord I need all that you are
Capture me now
Let your mercy rain down
I'm waiting for just
One touch of your hand
Here I am

Lord bring me back again
Oh Lord I need you love
There's nowhere else turn
I've got nowhere else to run

Here I am
Please take this heart (Please take this heart)
Lord I need all that you are
Capture me now
Let your mercy rain down
I'm waiting for just
One touch of your hand
Here I am

Here I am
Please take this heart (Take this heart)
Lord I need all that you are (All that you are)
Capture me now
Let your mercy rain down
I'm waiting for just
One touch of your hand (One touch of your hand)
Here I am





Here I am
Here I am

Overall Meaning

"Here I Am" by Tamela Mann is a powerful worship song that expresses the singer's deep need for God's mercy and healing. The opening lyrics set the tone for the whole song, as she admits that she never expected to feel so lost and alone in her pain. The verse continues with a confession that she has tried to handle her pain on her own, but now realizes that she was wrong to do so. This admission sets the stage for the rest of the song, as she turns to God for help.


The chorus of "Here I Am" is a straightforward plea for God's help. The singer asks God to take her heart, capture her with His love, and let His mercy fall on her. She admits that she is waiting for just one touch of God's hand--a sign of His presence and love. The melody of this chorus is simple and repetitive, reinforcing the singer's plea and allowing listeners to join in with their own cries to God.


The second verse of "Here I Am" asks even more of God. The singer admits that her pain has broken her, and that she has lost things she can never get back. She asks God to heal and restore her, to mend the wounds and scars that she carries. She pleads with Him to take her honest desperation and use it for His glory, trusting that He is powerful enough to do so. The final repetition of the chorus, with its repeated lines and swelling music, creates a sense of urgency and need that echoes the singer's own feelings.


In all, "Here I Am" is a deeply emotional song that speaks to the pain and need of the human heart. By admitting her own brokenness and desperation, Tamela Mann creates a powerful invitation for listeners to turn to God for help and healing.


Line by Line Meaning

I never imagined
I did not think that I would ever feel this way.


I'd feel this way
Hopelessly lost and alone in pain.


Hopelessly lost
Without direction or a clear path forward.


Alone in my pain
No one to turn to or share the burden with.


I've tried to get by on my own
I attempted to handle things on my own without seeking any help.


Now I know I was wrong
I have realized my mistake that I should have sought help earlier.


Here I am
I have come before you.


Please take this heart
Please accept me entirely.


Lord I need all that you are
I need everything that you are offering.


Capture me now
Take hold of me now.


Let your mercy rain down
Please show tender forgiveness.


I'm waiting for just
I am patiently and eagerly waiting for just a single thing.


One touch of your hand
A single connection with you would be enough.


Can you mend what I've broken
Can you fix my mistakes?


Give back what I lost (Give back what I lost)
Return to me what I once had.


Heal and restore
Mend and renew.


The wounds and these scars
Both the physical and emotional damage.


Lord I am honestly desperately
I am genuinely and urgently relying on you for help.


Trusting in you, I'm trusting in you
I am completely and wholeheartedly putting my trust in you.


Lord bring me back again
Please guide me back to where I belong.


Oh Lord I need you love
I desperately require your love.


There's nowhere else turn
There is no other place or person to turn to.


I've got nowhere else to run
I have run out of options and have nowhere else to go but to you.




Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Fintage House Publishing
Written by: DEON EVANS, ARNOLD MICHAEL ROMAN, RUSSELL A. DE SALVO

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Comments from YouTube:

Teshia Taylor

When I first heard this song it was like God speaking to me. It's just takes me to a place of worship every time I hear it!

Poohdiegames

Really love this song, it touches my Soul , can’t help but cry when listening to it , Thank God for you for letting God use you to sing this song !!!!!

bubblegumm chewy

With arms stretched to heaven singing "HERE IAM" tears streaming, soo sweet

Edmund Clement

Just love this song with all my heart and it's hard to fight back the tears. Thank you Jesus

Kassidy Dyer

I am not

Kezia Davis

Lord I stand in the need for this young lady. I don't know her situation but I pray that you take control. May her spirit be renewed, her heart be mended and yokes be broken. Lord fill her with your love, with joy, with your spirit and your peace. Let your presence saturate her like never before. May comfort radiate through her. The devil is a liar and no power or authority belong to him. I break the spirit of depression in Jesus name. You are worth it, God died just for you.

JohnNOniMazeBabyGirl

My mom heard this song and loved it so much to the point that she wanted to call the radio station to find out the name of it. Bless her heart, all she knew for sure was that it was sung by Tamela Mann. That was about a month ago. In just now finding the right song. She's overjoyed! Thank You, Lord, for allowing me to be able to find it before her birthday on Jan. 4th. She'll be 68 & I love that woman!

angela robertson

I love this song ❀️

Joyce Carter

I love this song here I am Lord take this heart I need all that you are. Lord I can't make it without you, thank you Jesus!!!!

Roberta N-GODSTAR

I Love this album .. great worship melody... :)

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