Psalm 23
The Kry Lyrics


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You are my shepherd
Therefore, I shall not want
You make me to lie down, Lord
In pastures that are green
You lead me beside still waters
You restore my soul
You lead me into paths of righteousness my Lord
For Your name's sake...

You are the light that guides me
You are shield about me
A loving shepherd
The one who leads me home
Surely, goodness and mercy
Shall follow me
All my days
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord
Forever and ever more

Yea though I walk through the valley
Of the shadow of death
I will fear no evil, Lord
For You are here with me
Your rod and Your staff, O God
They comfort me
You prepare a table before me
In the presence of my enemies
For You are ...

You are the light that guides me
You are shield about me
A loving shepherd
The one who leads me home
Surely, goodness and mercy
Shall follow me
All my days
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord
Forever and ever more

I cast all of my cares at Your feet
For I know that You care for me, yeah




And You anoint my head with Your oil
My cup now overflows

Overall Meaning

The song "Psalm 23" by The Kry is a musical interpretation of the biblical passage of the same name. The lyrics describe the relationship between the singer and God, portrayed as a shepherd. The first verse talks about God as a provider, who leads the singer to safe and comfortable places. The second verse emphasizes God's protective nature, shielding the singer from harm and guiding them home. The chorus repeats the message of Psalm 23, that God's goodness and mercy will be with the singer always, and they will dwell in God's house forever.


The bridge of the song shifts to describing a more difficult part of the journey, walking through the valley of the shadow of death. The singer declares their faith in God's protection and comfort, referencing God's rod and staff. The lyrics go on to describe a scene of triumph, as God prepares a feast for the singer in the presence of their enemies. The final verse returns to the chorus, reinforcing the message of God's care and abundance.


Line by Line Meaning

You are my shepherd
God is the one who guides me and looks over me like a shepherd


Therefore, I shall not want
For this reason, I will not desire for anything else, as God fulfills all my needs


You make me to lie down, Lord
You help me to rest, God


In pastures that are green
In places where I can find peace and happiness, Lord


You lead me beside still waters
You guide me towards tranquility, God


You restore my soul
You renew and revitalize my spirit, Lord


You lead me into paths of righteousness my Lord
You direct me towards the right way of living, God


For Your name's sake...
For the sake of glorifying You, Lord


You are the light that guides me
Like a light that shines and points out the way, You lead me, God


You are shield about me
You protect and defend me like a barrier, Lord


A loving shepherd
A compassionate and caring guide, God


The one who leads me home
The one who guides me to my final destination, Lord


Surely, goodness and mercy
Without a doubt, love and kindness


Shall follow me
Will always be by my side, Lord


All my days
Throughout my whole life


And I will dwell in the house of the Lord
I will live in the presence of God forever


Forever and ever more
For all eternity, Lord


Yea though I walk through the valley
Even if I go through dark and difficult times


Of the shadow of death
A place where danger and harm lurk


I will fear no evil, Lord
I will not be afraid, as God is with me


For You are here with me
Because You are by my side, God


Your rod and Your staff, O God
Your authority and guidance, Lord


They comfort me
They soothe and calm me, God


You prepare a table before me
You bless me with abundance and prosperity, Lord


In the presence of my enemies
Even when surrounded by those who wish to harm me


For You are ...
Because You are powerful and mighty, God


I cast all of my cares at Your feet
I give all my worries and burdens to You, Lord


For I know that You care for me, yeah
Because I trust that You love and look after me, God


And You anoint my head with Your oil
You bless me and raise me up, Lord


My cup now overflows
I have abundance and joy beyond measure, God




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