Close By
Whittaker Lyrics
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Couldn't wait for Your arrival
Little Baby so pure so perfect so much life
Tears of joy flowed from the heavens
At the sound of the first cry
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
Holding on to the whole world,
While being held, being cradled
So fragile, so small, what a gift, such a miracle
Shouts of joy shook up the heavens
When you walked for the first time
That has left a trail of grace that I will follow, that I will chase
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
You came for me
You came for me
You came for me
You came for me
You came for me
You came for me
You came for me
A King laid in a manger, A King laid on a cross
Hope is here, truth has come
A King laid in a manger, A King laid on a cross
Hope is here, truth has come
A King laid in a manger, A King laid on a cross
Hope is here, truth has come
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
The lyrics to Whittaker's song "Close By" convey a profound sense of anticipation and awe surrounding the arrival of a special baby. The opening lines, "All creation held its breath, Couldn't wait for Your arrival," suggest that something momentous is about to happen. The lyrics describe the baby as "pure" and "perfect," representing new life and all the possibilities it holds.
The song goes on to describe the overwhelming joy that is experienced at the baby's birth. It says that tears of joy flowed from the heavens at the sound of the baby's first cry, echoing through time and touching the heart of the singer. This symbolizes the immense impact the baby has on their life, capturing their heart and sweeping them away.
The next section expresses a sense of paradox. The lyrics describe the baby as being held and cradled, yet also as holding on to the whole world. This speaks to the power and responsibility that comes with the arrival of new life. The singer recognizes the fragile and small nature of the baby as a gift and a miracle.
The song continues by depicting the monumental significance of the baby's first steps. It says that shouts of joy shook up the heavens when the baby walked for the first time. This imagery portrays the baby's actions as transformative, leaving a trail of grace that the singer intends to follow and chase.
The final section acknowledges the ultimate purpose of this baby's arrival. It states that this baby came for the singer, emphasizing the personal connection and meaning behind the baby's existence. The repetition of "You came for me" reinforces the profound impact of this realization. Furthermore, the mention of a king laying in a manger and on a cross reflects the Christian belief in the birth of Jesus and His sacrifice for humanity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Close By" celebrate the arrival of a special baby, highlighting the joy, awe, and transformative power associated with new life. They also convey a sense of gratitude and recognition of the profound impact this baby has on the singer's life. The song serves as a reminder of the significance of having this baby close by and how life is enriched by their presence.
Line by Line Meaning
All creation held its breath
Every living being anticipated Your arrival with great excitement
Couldn't wait for Your arrival
They were filled with anticipation for Your coming
Little Baby so pure, so perfect, so much life
You, as an infant, were full of innocence, perfection, and boundless potential
Tears of joy flowed from the heavens
The celestial realm was overcome with happiness and wept tears of joy
At the sound of the first cry
Upon hearing Your first cry, their joy overflowed
That has echoed to this day, stole my heart, swept me away
The impact of that moment still resonates today, capturing my heart and taking me by surprise
What is life without You close by me, close by me?
Without Your nearness, what is the true essence of life?
Holding on to the whole world, while being held, being cradled
While You hold and nurture the entire world, You too are held delicately
So fragile, so small, what a gift, such a miracle
Despite your fragility and smallness, You are an extraordinary gift and a wondrous miracle
Shouts of joy shook up the heavens
The heavens were filled with exuberant shouts of joy
When you walked for the first time
The first steps You took brought immense happiness
That has left a trail of grace that I will follow, that I will chase
Those footsteps have left a path of divine grace which I will steadfastly pursue
You came for me
You arrived with a purpose specifically for me
A King laid in a manger, A King laid on a cross
Despite being a majestic King, You humbly laid in a manger and later on a cross
Hope is here, truth has come
With Your arrival, hope is now present and truth has been revealed
Contributed by Isaac P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@matheusadornidardenne8684
6 years ago, this song made me cry my heart out. Precisely at 3:42. I was an atheist, and I don't know how I came across this video at the time, I didn't know the first thing about Christ or the Bible, but that moment at 3:42 made me suddenly understand what "He died for me" means, and I knew I wanted to give my heart to Him, get to know Him. A world where THIS God doesn't exist, is not a world worth living in.
Today I am a baptized, born-again christian, so are all in my house, and while the full glory goes to the Lamb, many people helped me through my conversion... and you are one of them, the first of them.
Thank you so much for what you do. May God bless you overwhelmingly, so that nothing is ever lacking.
@FullofEyes
Wow Matheus....that is truly incredible, brother....Wow. What an answer to so many of my prayers. Truly, what you've just shared with me is worth of lifetime of labors...praise the Lord for His grace in using His people to draw His people to Himself. And your words are so true..."A world where THIS God doesn't exist, is not a world worth living in." - Amen, HE, and His beauty is what makes life life. Thank you so much for sharing this and I rejoice with you and your family that this animation could be used as a step along the path home to your Good Shepherd...truly awesome and hallowed be His name!
@matheusadornidardenne8684
@Full of Eyes amem, brother. Your work trully comes from Him.
@earlysda
Welcome to the family of God, Matheus. Hope to see you in heaven. :)
@joyce5106
Praise God! What a wonderful testimony of the way God works through His body
@hosanna5644
Yes, it is impossible to live without him in this world.
@JFLJR28
Brother, your videos and animations are truly impacting. A breath of fresh air. There is not one video of yours that hasn't brought tears to my eyes. God has given you a great gift. To God be the glory always. God is amazing.....
@Sam-ot1ls
Yes really osm God bless u full of eyes admin
@annetten.8667
AMEN ✝️❤️ GOD bless! Amazing videos/ music 🎵🎶 songs. Thank you!
@rakeshadhikar
Amen ✝️ 🛐 💜