2. U.S. Hardcore punk group
Behold
Whitecross Lyrics
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So many ways that he can go,
But all the kingdoms in a thousand worlds,
Could not replace the peace I know.
The things of earth can never satisfy
The hunger deep in me.
Reaching out His nail-scarred hand.
He wants to lift you up,
Give you strength so you can stand.
It's only natural for a man to dream,
To reach for stars above himself.
My life was cluttered with shattered dreams,
Before I learned to seek your will.
You are the rain that falls on thirsty ground
And the light that opens windows in my soul.
In "Behold" by Whitecross, the singer acknowledges that life is full of choices and paths to take, yet despite what the world has to offer, the peace that comes from knowing the Lamb of God cannot be replaced. The singer also realizes that earthly possessions and desires will never bring true satisfaction to the depths of the soul. Therefore, the message conveyed here is that seeking the will of God and accepting His hand is the only way to attain the peace and satisfaction one seeks in life.
The second verse continues with an encouraging tone for listeners to aim high for their dreams, but only through seeking God's will can true progress be made. The metaphor of rain falling on thirsty ground and light opening windows in the soul are powerful and vivid images that represent the transformative power of God.
What's interesting about the song "Behold" is that it was released in 1987, which was during the peak of hair metal and glam rock. While Whitecross was a Christian metal band, their sound closely resembled the secular bands of the time. This allowed them to attract a diverse group of fans, including those who were not necessarily religious or part of the Christian metal scene.
Line by Line Meaning
So many choices for a man to make,
There are countless options that a person can choose from in life.
So many ways that he can go,
There are various paths that a person can tread on in life.
But all the kingdoms in a thousand worlds,
Despite all the available resources and riches in the world,
Could not replace the peace I know.
None of it could provide me with the level of serenity that I have found.
The things of earth can never satisfy
Material possessions or worldly pleasures cannot fulfill my innermost desires.
The hunger deep in me.
The longing that I feel inside me.
Behold the Lamb of God,
Look at Jesus Christ,
Reaching out His nail-scarred hand.
Extending His wounded hand to help us.
He wants to lift you up,
His intention is to uplift you.
Give you strength so you can stand.
He will provide you with the power to stand on your own and not falter.
It's only natural for a man to dream,
It is inherent for individuals to pursue their aspirations.
To reach for stars above himself.
To aim for goals that seem beyond one's reach.
My life was cluttered with shattered dreams,
I was lost and disillusioned, having failed to achieve my goals.
Before I learned to seek your will.
Until I discovered the importance of seeking your guidance.
You are the rain that falls on thirsty ground
You provide refreshment to my parched soul.
And the light that opens windows in my soul.
You bring enlightenment that unveils the mysteries of my innermost being.
Contributed by Ethan D. 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.