Lamont is also the co-founder of Love146 - an international organization working to abolish child sex slavery and exploitation. Many of his songs reflect his commitment to this cause and to the restoration of survivors of abuse and exploitation. He has been the musical guest of a wide variety of hosts including GQ Magazine, NBA, International Justice Mission, Yale Sex Week, feminist gatherings, mega churches, synagogues and bars.
Lamont grew up in rural British Columbia, Canada, where he learned to love music, partying with friends and of course ice hockey. He is currently based in New Haven, Connecticut where he continues to pursue music and develop programs for Love146.
Over the years, many friends have collaborated with Lamont under the band name Ten Shekel Shirt including Jonny Rodgers, Austin Morrison, Tommy Lee, Colin Meyer, Jake Carey and Tim Sway.
The Ten Shekel Shirt discography includes Much, Risk and the most recent album Jubilee.
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Sweet Embrace
Ten Shekel Shirt Lyrics
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You are faithful
When I'm lonely
You surround me
And when I am empty
You drown me in your sweet embrace
And when I am broken
La-la-la, hey la-la
La-la-la, I sing for you
La-la-la, hey la-la
To demonstrate my love for you
When I'm far away
Then you draw me
When I am afraid
You surround me
And when I am empty
You drown me in your sweet embrace
And when I am broken
You come restore my joy again
La-la-la, hey la-la
La-la-la, I sing for you
La-la-la, hey la-la
To demonstrate my love for you
La-la-la, hey la-la
La-la-la, I sing for you
La-la-la, hey la-la
To demonstrate my love for you
La-la-la, hey la-la
La-la-la, I sing for you
La-la-la, hey la-la
To demonstrate my love for you
The song "Sweet Embrace" by Ten Shekel Shirt is a worship song that speaks of God’s unwavering love and faithfulness. The lyrics express the idea that when the singer feels alone, empty, or broken, God is there to fill them and restore their joy. The repetition of “When I am…You…” creates a sense of comfort and dependence on God. The use of the first-person singular pronouns ‘I’ and ‘me’ throughout the song emphasizes the personal relationship between the singer and God.
The chorus, with the lines “La-la-la, hey la-la, I sing for you…” is a declaration of the singer’s love for God. The use of simple “la-la-la’s” creates a childlike and innocent tone, conveying a pure-hearted love for God. The repeated use of the phrase “hey la-la” makes the song sound friendly and approachable, drawing the listeners in.
Overall, this song gives the listeners the reassurance that they are never alone and that God’s love for them is steadfast and unchanging.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm faithless
Even when I lack faith, you remain dependable
You are faithful
You are unwavering in your loyalty and devotion to me
When I'm lonely
During times of isolation and detachment, you surround me with your presence
You surround me
You encircle and support me during moments of vulnerability
And when I am empty
During times of emotional emptiness, when I feel drained and uninspired
You drown me in your sweet embrace
You immerse me in your love and compassion, filling me up with warmth and comfort
And when I am broken
During times of heartbreak and sorrow, when I feel shattered and fragile
You come restore my joy again
You take steps to mend my pain, bringing me back to a state of happiness and contentment
La-la-la, hey la-la
A joyful expression, a way to convey warmth and gratitude
I sing for you
I dedicate this song to you as a way to express my love and appreciation
When I'm far away
Even when I am distant, physically or emotionally
Then you draw me
You reach out to me, bringing me closer to you despite the separation
When I am afraid
During times of fear and insecurity
You surround me
You provide a sense of safety and protection, guarding me against harm
To demonstrate my love for you
This song is an expression of my deep affection for you, a way to show you how much you mean to me
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