2. U.S. Hardcore punk group
Say a Prayer
Whitecross Lyrics
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To believe that when you chase your dreams
If you feel the fire play it once or twice
You never chase your tail on the road to paradise
Then you see it doesn't mean a thing
So you say a prayer to miss an early grave Oh you say a prayer like someone who's a slave
Yeah you say a prayer till midnight turns to day
Oh you say a prayer and try and make your way.
Next time you don't know what to do
When everything begins to come unglued
If your situation is more than you can bear,
Make your destination to the Lord in prayer
When you share with him all your cares,
You'll know he's listening, you'll know he cares
And you say a prayer all your snares will come undone
Oh you say a prayer like a bullet from a gun
Yeah, you say a prayer tellin' all that's on your mind
When you say a prayer, the answer's what you find
The song "Say a Prayer" by Whitecross touches on the struggle of chasing dreams and facing adversity along the way. Initially, it seems easy to believe that if you just keep chasing your dreams, you will eventually reach your goals. However, the reality is that it doesn't always work out that way. When things begin to fall apart and situations become overwhelming, the solution is to turn to prayer and place your trust in the Lord.
The lyrics speak to the power of prayer and the comfort that can be found in seeking guidance from a higher power. By sharing all of your struggles and concerns with God, you can find peace and clarity. The line, "When you say a prayer, the answer's what you find," speaks to the idea that when you open your heart and mind to God, you will receive the answers you need to move forward.
Overall, the song encourages listeners to have faith in God and trust in the power of prayer during difficult times. It emphasizes the importance of turning to a higher power for guidance and support, rather than relying solely on our own strength and abilities.
Line by Line Meaning
It's easy or so it sometimes seems
It can be easy to believe in your dreams
To believe that when you chase your dreams
When you follow your dreams, it seems possible
If you feel the fire play it once or twice
If you feel driven, go for it, but be careful
You never chase your tail on the road to paradise
If you're on the right path, don't get sidetracked
Then you see it doesn't mean a thing
Sometimes things don't work out, and it's discouraging
So you say a prayer to miss an early grave
If things are tough, you pray for protection and guidance
Oh you say a prayer like someone who's a slave
You pray with humility and a desire for help
Yeah you say a prayer till midnight turns to day
You keep praying all night, looking for answers
Oh you say a prayer and try and make your way.
Even if you're struggling, you trust in prayer to get you through
Next time you don't know what to do
When you're stuck, unsure of how to proceed
When everything begins to come unglued
When it feels like everything is falling apart
If your situation is more than you can bear,
If things are too much to handle on your own
Make your destination to the Lord in prayer
Turn to prayer as your refuge
When you share with him all your cares,
When you confide in God about your troubles
You'll know he's listening, you'll know he cares
You will feel God's presence and love
And you say a prayer all your snares will come undone
Prayer can help untangle even the most complex problems
Oh you say a prayer like a bullet from a gun
Your prayer is powerful and focused
Yeah, you say a prayer tellin' all that's on your mind
You lay everything before God, holding nothing back
When you say a prayer, the answer's what you find
If you pray with an open heart and mind, you will find answers
Contributed by Josiah B. 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.