Walk With Me
The Williams Brothers Lyrics


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Walk with me Lord; walk with me
Walk with me Lord; walk with me
Ooh, while I'm on this tedious journey
I want Jesus to walk with me.

Oh, hold my hand Lord; please hold my hand
Oh, hold my hand Lord; hold, hold my hand
While I'm on this tedious journey
I want Jesus to hold my hand.

Be my Friend Lord, be my friend
Be my Friend Lord, be my friend




While I'm on this tedious journey
I want Jesus to be my friend

Overall Meaning

The Williams Brothers's gospel song, "Walk With Me," is a prayerful cry to Jesus expressing one's need for divine companionship and guidance amidst life's challenging journey. The repetitive phrase, "Walk with me Lord," emphasizes the yearning and urgency for Jesus to be present and offer support. The first verse emphasizes the tiresome nature of life's journey, which is a common experience for all humanity. The individual acknowledges their limitations and need for a higher power to walk alongside them. The second verse is an extension of the first, with the individual asking Jesus to hold their hand as a sign of comfort and assurance. The third verse shifts the focus to a desire for a loving friendship with Jesus, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual connection that one seeks.


The repetition of "tedious journey" and "hold my hand Lord" throughout the song creates a sense of familiarity and deep longing. The lyrics are simple, but they convey a powerful sense of vulnerability and trust in Jesus. The use of 'tedious' is poignant since it highlights how challenging the journey can be, and it is only with Jesus' help that one can navigate through it. The song encourages listeners to turn to Jesus as their source of comfort, strength, and direction during life's most challenging moments when they feel lost and alone.


Line by Line Meaning

Walk with me Lord; walk with me
I am asking God to accompany me on this journey through life.


Ooh, while I'm on this tedious journey
Life can be difficult, and I acknowledge that it will be a hard journey.


I want Jesus to walk with me.
I desire for Jesus to be a constant presence in my life.


Oh, hold my hand Lord; please hold my hand
I am asking God to provide comfort and support by holding my hand through this difficult journey.


Hold, hold my hand
My request for God to hold my hand is urgent, as I need his assistance immediately.


Be my Friend Lord, be my friend
I am seeking a personal relationship with God, beyond the typical formalities of worship.


While I'm on this tedious journey
I recognize that this journey may not be easy.


I want Jesus to be my friend
It is my desire to have a close, personal relationship with Jesus in my life.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CAROLE KING

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