Jamie Kimmett - Since I Met You Lyrics

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I was doing 'eighty five' down a dead end road
I was running from a past that wouldn't let go
Looking in all, all the wrong places
Trying to find something to have faith in
I was praying to a God that I didn't know I didn't know

[Pre-Chorus]
Oooh-oooh, You met me in a desperate place
Oooh-oooh, and that's where everything changed

[Chorus]
Got a brand new song playing in my soul
Heart so full that it overflows
Everything's painted in a shade of new
Ever since, ever since I met You
All my sin's lying in the grave
My debt is gone and the price is paid
I will never, never be the same, it's true
Ohh, oh-ohh-oh-ohh, since I met You

[Verse 2]
Now I got this fire burning deep in me
I'm a child that's chosen, chains are broken
No going back, I'm free

[Pre-Chorus]
Oooh-oooh, You met me in a desperate place
Oooh-oooh, and that's where everything changed

[Bridge]
It is well with my soul
Your mighty hand has brought me home

[Pre-Chorus]
Oooh-oooh, You met me in a desperate place
Oooh-oooh, and that's where everything changed

[Chorus]
Got a brand new song playing in my soul
Heart so full that it overflows
Everything's painted in a shade of new
Ever since, ever since I met You
All my sin's lying in the grave (In the grave)
My debt is gone and the price is paid (The price is paid)
I will never, never be the same, it's true
Ohh, oh-ohh-oh-ohh, since I met You
Ohh, oh-ohh-oh-ohh, since I met You
Ohh, oh-ohh-oh-ohh, since I met You
Since I met You

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Jamie Kimmett - Since I Met You (Official Lyric Video)

Meaning & Inspiration

Released on May 15, 2020, Jamie Kimmett’s "Since I Met You" immediately establishes itself as a powerful anthem of spiritual rebirth and profound transformation. Kimmett, known for his ability to craft songs that resonate deeply with the human experience of faith, delivers a message here that speaks directly to the soul’s deepest longing for redemption and peace. This song is a raw, honest declaration of the life-altering encounter with divine grace, tracing a journey from desperation to exhilarating freedom.

The opening verse paints a vivid picture of a life spiraling out of control, a relatable struggle for anyone who has felt lost or directionless. Driving "eighty five down a dead end road" perfectly encapsulates the futility and danger of pursuing paths that offer no real hope, a sentiment echoed in Proverbs 14:12, which warns of ways that seem right but lead to destruction. The narrator admits to "running from a past that wouldn't let go," burdened by regret and seeking solace in "all the wrong places," a common human tendency to fill a God-shaped void with fleeting distractions, as Jeremiah 2:13 illustrates when it speaks of people forsaking the fountain of living water for broken cisterns. This initial state of spiritual blindness, "praying to a God that I didn't know I didn't know," beautifully sets the stage for the pivotal moment in the pre-chorus: "You met me in a desperate place, and that's where everything changed." This encapsulates the core of the Gospel—God's initiative to meet us in our brokenness, not when we've earned it, but precisely when we are most lost, reflecting Romans 5:8, where Christ died for us while we were still sinners.

The chorus bursts forth with the glorious aftermath of this divine encounter, articulating a complete internal revolution. "Got a brand new song playing in my soul" speaks to the deep joy and inner renewal found in Christ, a spiritual melody replacing the previous dissonance, reminiscent of Psalm 40:3. This profound sense of fullness, a "heart so full that it overflows," suggests an abundance of God's presence and love, akin to the streams of living water Jesus promised in John 7:38. The imagery of "everything's painted in a shade of new" vividly portrays the fresh perspective and complete reordering of life that comes with salvation, perfectly aligning with 2 Corinthians 5:17: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" The most impactful lines declare the radical work of atonement: "All my sin's lying in the grave / My debt is gone and the price is paid." This is the heart of Christian faith—the complete forgiveness and freedom from the burden of sin through Christ's sacrifice, a truth powerfully conveyed in Colossians 2:13-14, which tells us God canceled our debt by nailing it to the cross. The unwavering conviction, "I will never, never be the same, it's true," solidifies the irreversible nature of this spiritual transformation.

Moving into the second verse, the transformation is not just internal but active. "Now I got this fire burning deep in me" signifies the indwelling Holy Spirit, igniting passion, purpose, and a desire to share this newfound truth, much like the fire Jeremiah described in his bones (Jeremiah 20:9) or the power promised in Acts 1:8. The declaration "I'm a child that's chosen, chains are broken / No going back, I'm free" speaks to the liberating truth of adoption into God's family (John 1:12) and deliverance from the bondage of sin (Isaiah 61:1). There's no turning back from this freedom; it’s a definitive break from the past, echoing John 8:36, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." The bridge, though brief, adds another layer of profound peace: "It is well with my soul / Your mighty hand has brought me home." This direct reference to the classic hymn "It Is Well With My Soul" imbues the song with a deep sense of enduring peace and trust, even amidst life's uncertainties. It reflects Philippians 4:6-7, the peace that transcends understanding, and the comforting assurance that God's powerful hand guides and protects us, leading us to our spiritual home.

"Since I Met You" is more than just a song; it's a testament to the transformative power of a personal relationship with God. Jamie Kimmett masterfully articulates the journey from brokenness to wholeness, from despair to unwavering hope. It’s an inviting narrative, drawing in anyone who has ever searched for meaning, offering the profound truth that true change and lasting peace are found in the encounter with the divine. The track serves as a vibrant reminder that when God steps into our desperate places, everything truly changes, offering a new song for the soul and a firm foundation for a life lived in freedom and purpose.