Wandering
The Eagle and Child Lyrics
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Will you let me see
The ways that I am shaping you
To look a little more like me
Will you show me how
Will you show me how
How I have turned away from you
Will you show me how
Will you help me find
Will you help me find
A heart that heeds your promises
Embracing the design
Will you let me know
Will you let me know
The ways that I′ve been strangling
And ways I should let go
Will you let me know?
Will you let me know?
You are never startled when I try to pull away
You meet me in the black and in the grey
Though I do my wandering
You are never far
Go in front and back of me
Stay just where you are
Though I do my wandering
You are never far
Go in front and back of me
Stay just where you are
The Eagle and Child's song "Wandering" is a reflective and introspective piece about the singer's spiritual journey and their relationship with God. The lyrics express a desire to see how God is shaping them and to become more like Him. The first stanza begins with a plea to see the ways in which God is molding them. The second stanza asks for help in finding a heart that listens to God's promises and aligns with His plan. The third stanza acknowledges that the singer has been holding onto things that are holding them back and asks for guidance in letting go. The chorus reassures the listener that God is never far away, even when they are wandering, and that He will always be there to guide them.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was inspired by a passage in the book "The Heavenly Man" by Brother Yun, a Chinese Christian who endured persecution for his beliefs. The lyrics were written by The Eagle and Child's lead singer, Autumn Andersen, after reading about Brother Yun's experience of constantly feeling God's presence even in the most difficult circumstances. Another intriguing aspect of the song is that it features a unique time signature of 2-3, which gives the music a distinctive and somewhat unpredictable feel. The song was also recorded live in one take, which adds to its raw and intimate quality.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you let me see
Please allow me to witness
Will you let me see
Please allow me to witness
The ways that I am shaping you
The ways in which I am influencing your character
To look a little more like me
To resemble my values and ideals
Will you show me how
Can you demonstrate
Will you show me how
Can you demonstrate
How I have turned away from you
The ways I have distanced myself from you
Will you show me how
Can you demonstrate
Will you show me how
Can you demonstrate
Will you help me find
Could you assist me in locating
Will you help me find
Could you assist me in locating
A heart that heeds your promises
A heart that listens and follows your guidance
Embracing the design
Accepting the purpose
Will you let me know
Could you inform me
Will you let me know
Could you inform me
The ways that I've been strangling
The ways I have been hindering my own growth
And ways I should let go
And the ways in which I must release my grip
Will you let me know?
Could you inform me?
Will you let me know?
Could you inform me?
You are never startled when I try to pull away
You remain composed when I attempt to distance myself from you
You meet me in the black and in the grey
You are there for me in difficult and uncertain times
Though I do my wandering
Even though I stray
You are never far
You are always nearby
Go in front and back of me
Lead and support me
Stay just where you are
Remain steadfast
Though I do my wandering
Even though I stray
You are never far
You are always nearby
Go in front and back of me
Lead and support me
Stay just where you are
Remain steadfast
Writer(s): Brad Davis
Contributed by Caroline O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tolo
Hi :) my name is Gabriel and I went to Hume this past week and it was the best week of my life, and I wouldn't have felt so close to God without the amazing worship services. You guys are a great band, and do great things to honor our savior. Thank you for helping me get closer to God
Daniel Langenberg
This is great. You guys are amazing and I listen to you on Spotify all of the time.
Clarissa D'Agostino
This band is amazing as they worship our God and Saviour. Thankyou guys for your dedication and passion for our God. We love you!
Kaylie Weathers
Are there chords for this on the internet anywhere?? ITS AMAZING
dtblitz55
I've got some lead sheets written up for this if you want. respond to this with an email address and I'll send them over
LORI from temecula CA
Does anyone know exactly where this video was filmed? please & thanks. VERY moving lyrics & phenomenal choreography!!!
Jaquelin Zaragoza
Will you let me see
will you let me see
The ways that I am shaping you
to look a little more like me
Will you show me how
Will you show me how
how I have turned away from you
and focused on the now
Will you show me how?
Will you show me how?
Will you help me find
Will you help me find
a heart that heeds your promises
embracing the design
Will you let me know
Will you let me know
The ways that I’ve been strangling
and ways I should let go
Will you let me know?
Will you let me know?
You are never startled when I try to pull away
you meet me in the black and in the grey
Though I do my wandering
You are never far
Go in front and back of me
Stay just where you are
Though I do my wandering
You are never far
Go in front and back of me
Stay just where you are
Hobbsoats
This song and video broke me. Thank you for this.
Daniel Carrillo
HUME LAKE 2017 !!!!!!