Battle
Wild Harbors Lyrics
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I'm starting to see truth in the lie
That I'm less than I'm supposed to be
If there's help on the way, please come for me
I can feel the battle for my soul
The fight is real, and takes its toll
I can feel the battle for my heart
Steady now, steady now, and steady on
Surrounded by my worst mistakes
The hurt that I've caused, the promises I break
They tell me this is who I am
And I find myself back where I began
You whisper, cling to my words
I'm paralyzed like I never heard
I can feel the battle for my soul
The fight is real and takes its toll
I can feel the battle for my heart
The war is won, but I still seem so far
Steady now, steady now, and steady on
The trumpet sounds at break of day
I see my Savior running
Charging forth, He shouts my name
And he won't back down
Hear it rising in his wake
There's a new song coming
A battle cry with one refrain
Steady now, steady now, and steady on
In the first verse, the singer describes the overwhelming feeling of inner turmoil and self-doubt. The voices in their head are loud and persistent, leading them to question their own worth and purpose. They express a longing for help and salvation from this internal struggle, seeking some form of deliverance.
Moving on to the chorus, the singer delves deeper into the internal battle they are facing. The fight for their soul and heart is described as real and exhausting, with tangible consequences taking a toll on them. Despite knowing that victory has been achieved in the war, they still feel distant and struggle to fully embrace this triumph. The repetition of "steady now, steady now, and steady on" suggests a plea for resilience and determination to persevere through the challenges.
The second verse takes a reflective turn as the singer confronts their past mistakes and shortcomings. They acknowledge the pain they have caused and the unkept promises, which have contributed to shaping their identity in a negative light. Feeling trapped in this cycle of self-inflicted wounds, they find themselves trapped in a familiar pattern that leads to a sense of hopelessness.
The bridge introduces a moment of vulnerability and intervention, with the singer describing a whisper that urges them to hold on to hope and faith. Despite feeling paralyzed by their circumstances, these words offer a glimmer of comfort and guidance in the midst of chaos. This moment of solace amidst the chaos sets the stage for the eventual resolution in the chorus, where the arrival of the Savior brings a renewed sense of purpose and strength. The imagery of the Savior charging forth and calling out to the singer signifies a powerful moment of intervention and renewal, leading to a shift towards a more positive outlook and a readiness to move forward with determination and courage.
Line by Line Meaning
Voices ring in my head tonight
My mind is filled with conflicting thoughts and doubts
I'm starting to see truth in the lie
I'm beginning to believe the falsehoods that have been told to me
That I'm less than I'm supposed to be
That I am not living up to my full potential
If there's help on the way, please come for me
I am in need of assistance and support to get through this
I can feel the battle for my soul
I am aware of the internal struggle for my inner being
The fight is real, and takes its toll
The conflict is intense and draining
I can feel the battle for my heart
I am experiencing a tug-of-war for my emotions and feelings
The war is won, but I still seem so far
Despite victory, I still feel distant and disconnected
Steady now, steady now, and steady on
I need to remain calm and focused as I move forward
Surrounded by my worst mistakes
I am overwhelmed by the errors and wrong decisions I have made
The hurt that I've caused, the promises I break
The pain I have inflicted on others and the commitments I have failed to keep
They tell me this is who I am
Others define me by my past wrongdoings
And I find myself back where I began
I feel stuck in the same cycle of self-doubt and guilt
You whisper, cling to my words
I hold onto your reassuring words as a lifeline
I'm paralyzed like I never heard
I am frozen in disbelief at the comfort you offer
The trumpet sounds at break of day
A signal of hope and renewal is heard at dawn
I see my Savior running
I witness my rescuer coming towards me swiftly
Charging forth, He shouts my name
He approaches energetically, calling out to me specifically
And he won't back down
He is determined and unwavering in his pursuit of me
Hear it rising in his wake
His presence brings about a sense of revival and strength
There's a new song coming
A fresh beginning and sense of renewal is on the horizon
A battle cry with one refrain
A call to fight and persevere with unity and determination
Steady now, steady now, and steady on
Stay composed, focused, and resolute as you move forward
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Christopher Badeker, Jenna Badeker
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Petar Vodogaz
Beautiful acoustic performance
Wild Harbors
Thanks, Petar!