2. U.S. Hardcore punk group
Amazing Love
Whitecross Lyrics
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Will I ever get what I deserve?
He said that I was no naïve
If I thought God's love was really free.
Oh what an amazing love
So much more than just enough
I found an amazing love, Can't believe how it lifts me up
My friend was working overtime
He believed it was more of an uphill climb
Why did he try to undermine
He should have took to heart the bottom line.
Oh what an amazing love
So much more than just enough
I found an amazing love,
Can't believe how it lifts me up
Why do we hate? Why do we kill?
Why do we meet God in our games like angry children playing king of the hill?
Why do we lie? Why do we cheat?
Why do we make excuses? Dish it out for others to eat?
The lyrics to "Amazing Love" by Whitecross speak of a dialogue between two friends regarding the concept of God's love. The singer is being told by their friend that God's love cannot be free, and that they do not deserve it. The singer, however, has found that God's love is indeed amazing and uplifts them. The lyrics then turn to questioning why humanity engages in hate, violence, and deceit. Overall, the song encourages the listener to embrace the amazing love of God and to question the destructive behaviors of humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
My friend told me I got such nerve
My friend critiqued me for having courage and going after what I want.
Will I ever get what I deserve?
Wondering if I'll ever receive the blessings I am entitled to.
He said that I was no naïve
My friend believes I am wise and experienced in my beliefs.
If I thought God's love was really free.
Skeptical of God's love being without cost or condition.
Oh what an amazing love
Expressing wonder and admiration towards the incredible love of God.
So much more than just enough
God's love is abundant and exceeds all expectations.
I found an amazing love,
Personally discovering the greatness and power of God's love.
Can't believe how it lifts me up
Feeling lifted and empowered by the love of God.
My friend was working overtime
My friend was trying too hard to prove his point.
He believed it was more of an uphill climb
Believing that receiving God's love is difficult and requires hard work.
Why did he try to undermine
Questioning why my friend tried to discredit my beliefs.
He should have took to heart the bottom line.
My friend should have understood the fundamental point of God's love.
Why do we hate? Why do we kill?
Questioning why humans are capable of such harmful and violent actions.
Why do we meet God in our games like angry children playing king of the hill?
Reflecting on how humans often approach their relationship with God with a competitive and childish mindset.
Why do we lie? Why do we cheat?
Asking why people engage in dishonest and deceitful behavior.
Why do we make excuses? Dish it out for others to eat?
Wondering why people try to justify their actions and impose their beliefs on others.
Contributed by Elizabeth J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bruce M. Axtens
on No Way I'm Goin' Down
"thought the fight was fixed" rather than "thought the light was fixed". The imagery in the song is all about fighting in a ring and a fixed fight is not a fair one.