1. Whitecross was formed in Chicago in 1986. Vocalist Scott Wenzel and guit… Read Full Bio ↴1. Whitecross was formed in Chicago in 1986. Vocalist Scott Wenzel and guitarist Rex Carroll were the backbone of the band from their debut album in 1987 to 1992's "High Gear". With the release of 1994's "Unveiled" the only original band member was Scott. The last Whitecross album was 1996's "Flytrap". In 1998 they released a greatest hits package titled "One More Encore". In 2005 Rex and Scott got together to re-record their debut album, calling it "Ninteen Eighty-Seven". The track lineup of the album is slightly different than on "Whitecross".

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If You Believe
Whitecross Lyrics

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You say that you wanna be set free
You know that you need a change inside of you
You say that you wanna a brand new start
There's got to be a love that's true
Mmm, all right

Reach for love tonight
Search for truth

You say that you wanna know for sure
That all is well with you and God tonight
All right, all right
You say that you need a world tonight
That gives you hope
Well, all right
Tonight's the night

Reach for love tonight
Search for truth

If you believe
If you lay down your life tonight
You believe then you will never die
If you believe he'll melt your heart of ice

Oh, you say you're looking for a high tonight
A love that takes you where you never been before
You say you're looking for a place to rest
A warm embrace that leaves you on the floor
Ooh, once more

Reach for love tonight
Search for truth

If you believe
If you lay down your life tonight
You believe then you will never die
If you believe he'll melt your heart of ice

Reach for love tonight
Search for truth

If you believe
If you lay down your life tonight
You believe then you will never die
If you believe he'll melt your heart of ice

Reach for love tonight
Search for truth

If you believe
If you lay down your life tonight
You believe then you will never die
If you believe he'll melt your heart of ice
How do you like it so far?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "If You Believe" by Whitecross are about searching for true love and finding rest through faith in God. The song encourages listeners to seek out what they truly desire, with the recognition that only a love that is true and pure can truly satisfy. The opening verses encourage the listener to take action and pursue what they need, whether that be a change within themselves or a new start. The chorus emphasizes the importance of belief, stating that only by fully surrendering one's life to God can one find eternal life and the melting of a heart of ice.

The song's message is ultimately one of hope and faith, urging listeners to cast aside their doubts and trust in a higher power to show them the way. It is a celebration of the transformative power of love, both earthly and divine, and a call to action for those who seek it. The urgency of the message is reflected in the energizing rock beat and high-energy vocals, which work together to inspire listeners to take action and change their lives for the better.

Line by Line Meaning

You say that you wanna be set free
You express your desire to break free from your current situation.

You know that you need a change inside of you
You recognize that you require a transformation within yourself.

You say that you wanna a brand new start
You request a fresh beginning in your life.

There's got to be a love that's true
You acknowledge the necessity for genuine affection.

Reach for love tonight
Strive towards obtaining love tonight.

Search for truth
Look for truths in your life.

You say that you wanna know for sure
You assert that you want to be certain.

That all is well with you and God tonight
That everything is well between you and your faith tonight.

You say that you need a world tonight
You mention your need for a better world tonight.

That gives you hope
Which provides you with optimism.

Tonight's the night
Tonight is the perfect time.