South African Christian band The Benjamin Gate — made up of singer Adrienne… Read Full Bio ↴South African Christian band The Benjamin Gate — made up of singer Adrienne ("Adie") Liesching, bassist Costa Balamatsias, drummer Nick Volsteedt, and guitarists Marc Pautz and Chris Poisat — splashed the stateside shores in 2001 with their stunning rookie bow, untitled. Their full-length debut received rave reviews, earned four Dove Award nods, and scored a pair of #1 singles on the rock charts ("All Over Me" and "Lay It Down") and a #2 single ("How Long"), all culminating in solid first round sales. Yet as "untitled" highlighted several Euro-pop touches, "Contact" finds its focus upping the tempo and energy for a more dynamic and daring rock release. Vibrant vocals, masterful melodies, and hard-stacked hooks all come together to give Contact a passionate, guitar-driven clash of rocket-fueled pop and searing six-string distortion. Contact soars with a raw vitality that opts for an energized live feel over the confined sterility of the overtly primed and polished.

Peeling back the history pages, The Benjamin Gate first formed in 1998 following the tragic automobile death of a musician friend named Ben. The effect of the loss — which Adrienne describes as "shocking us into finding our own existence" — brought together The Benjamin Gate's five members with the charge to take life by the reigns, and for them, it meant fulfilling their dream of starting a band. Sadly the band split up because of their personal life had begun to take precedence over the band (marriage, kids, etc.).

Scream
The Benjamin Gate Lyrics

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I want to be clothed in Heaven
I want to be covered by your sky
I want to be swallowed up by love
I want to be swept away

You know I'm calling out your name
And your love frees me just the same
We scream out

We scream out
We scream out
Oh, Jesus come down
Reveal your holy crown to me

I want to be caught in truth
I want to be drowned in justice
I want to be stunned by faith
I want to be swept away

You know I'm calling out your name
And your love frees me just the same
We scream out
We scream out
We scream out
Oh, Jesus come down
Reveal your holy crown to me

You know I'm calling out your name
And your love frees me just the same
We scream out
We scream out
We scream out
Oh, Jesus come down
Reveal your holy crown to me

You know I'm calling out your name
And your love frees me just the same
We scream out
We scream out
We scream out
Oh, Jesus come down
Reveal your holy crown to me

You know I'm screaming out your name
You know I'm screaming out your name
You know I'm screaming out your name
Screaming

Screaming
Screaming

Overall Meaning

The Benjamin Gate's song 'Scream' is a passionate plea by the singer to be overwhelmed by God's love and presence. The lyrics express a desire to be fully immersed in God's truth, justice and faith. The singer portrays her longing to be taken away by God's love, to be stripped of all earthly distractions and fully consumed by Him. The repetition of the phrase 'We scream out' emphasizes the intensity of the singer's emotions and the urgency of her call to God. The chorus, 'Oh, Jesus come down, reveal your holy crown to me', makes a direct plea to God to make Himself known to the singer.

The song is characterized by energetic guitar riffs, driving percussion and the powerful vocals of lead singer Adrienne Liesching. The music is filled with intensity and passion that matches the fervor of the lyrics. 'Scream' is a powerful worship song that encourages listeners to seek after God with all their hearts.

Line by Line Meaning

I want to be clothed in Heaven
I desire to be wrapped in the glory of Heaven.

I want to be covered by your sky
I want to be protected by your loving presence.

I want to be swallowed up by love
I want to be completely consumed by your love.

I want to be swept away
I want to be taken away by your love and grace.

You know I'm calling out your name
I am crying out to you, Jesus.

And your love frees me just the same
Your love brings me freedom and deliverance.

We scream out
Together as a community, we raise our voices in worship and adoration.

Oh, Jesus come down
We yearn for your presence, Jesus.

Reveal your holy crown to me
Show me your divine authority and reign.

I want to be caught in truth
I desire to be enveloped in your truth and wisdom.

I want to be drowned in justice
I want to be fully immersed in your righteousness and justice.