Avion Blackman - Run To You Lyrics
Lyrics
Avion and Sherwin Gardner this is what we do, what we do
I'll run to you
I'll run to You
I'll run to You
Chorus:
I will run to You
In the midst of all my sorrow
I will run to You
In my joy and in my pain
There is none like You
Yes You brighten my tomorrow
I will run to You
Again and again
I say the music is blaring and Your light it is glaring
And we got the whole place packed
Your Word we are sharing and it's without no fearing
'Cause the Father got the place on lock
The music is playing and the people them are swaying
And we no bother watch no clock
So run to the Father 'cause we know there is no other
As we move to the dancehall rock
(CHORUS)
Forward ever, backward never
Listen what me say
On the Rock me would a stand up
Whether night or day 'cause
There's no turning back for me
I'm gonna run on to my destiny
Me gotta be fit, me gotta be strong, me gotta be fast
That's the only way inna this race me woulda last
Leave all my sorrows and my burdens down
Everything inna this life that tries to weigh me down
Oh, I'm rolling with You the mountain mover
My God a winner--never be a loser
Trodding on, pressing on everyday
So somebody join this here race and follow me!
(CHORUS)
From You I'll never run away, run away
Lord, never run away, run away
Never run away, run away
Lord, never run away, run away
Woe, me tell 'em me running and me running and me running away
I said me running and me running and me running away
From all of the stress and all of the burdens me say listen what me say
Me run to Jesus 'cause Him a the right way
(CHORUS)
Say me a runner
Tell them me nah quit
Running this here race and I and I fit
Right next to Jesus me wanna sit
The only way to do it is to keep doing this
(CHORUS)
The music is pumping and the people them are jumping
And we got the whole place packed
Your Word we are sharing and it's without no fearing
'Cause the Father got the place on lock
The music is playing and the people them are swaying
And we no bother watch no clock
So run to the Father 'cause we know there is no other
As we move to the dance hall rock
(RUNNING AWAY)
Moving forward
Never sitting down
Never falling down
Never go turn round
I and I
I and I will keep on running to You, woe.
Video
Run to You (feat. Sherwin Gardner)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on November 11, 2011, from the album *Third World Girl*, Avion Blackman’s "Run To You" emerges as a powerful declaration of unwavering faith, masterfully blending the infectious rhythms of reggae with profound spiritual truth. This song is not merely a tune; it is an anthem, a vibrant testament to the human spirit's innate need for divine connection and the boundless grace found in seeking God amidst life's multifaceted journey. Blackman, with her distinctive voice and authentic delivery, crafts an urgent invitation to embrace God as the ultimate refuge and source of strength, transforming personal struggles and triumphs into opportunities for deeper spiritual engagement.
The core message of "Run To You" is a resounding affirmation of drawing near to God in every conceivable circumstance. The lyrics clearly express a commitment to run to the Divine "in the midst of all my sorrow," "in my joy and in my pain," highlighting a holistic trust that encompasses the full spectrum of human experience. This reflects a profound understanding of faith where God is not just a last resort in times of trouble but a constant presence, echoing the biblical assurance found in Psalm 46:1, which declares, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Furthermore, the declaration that "there is none like You" and the assertion that God "brighten my tomorrow" resonates deeply with passages like Jeremiah 29:11, where the Lord promises "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future," affirming God’s unique ability to bring light and purpose into existence.
The song pulsates with an undeniable evangelistic fervor, painting a picture of joyful, uninhibited worship and proclamation. With vivid imagery of "the music is blaring and Your light it is glaring," and "Your Word we are sharing and it's without no fearing," Blackman conveys a fearless sharing of faith, rooted in the confidence that "the Father got the place on lock." This speaks to the Christian call to be light in the world, as described in Matthew 5:14-16, encouraging believers to let their light shine so that others may glorify God. It also underscores the spirit of boldness imparted by God, contrary to a spirit of timidity, as articulated in 2 Timothy 1:7, empowering believers to openly declare their allegiance without reservation or apprehension.
Central to the song's narrative is the metaphor of the spiritual "race," a powerful call to perseverance and unwavering commitment. Phrases like "Forward ever, backward never" and "I'm gonna run on to my destiny" encapsulate the enduring Christian journey, urging believers to press onward despite challenges. This mirrors the exhortation in Hebrews 12:1-2, which compels us to "run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus." The necessity to be "fit," "strong," and "fast" in this race speaks to the spiritual discipline required to shed "all my sorrows and my burdens" and "everything inna this life that tries to weigh me down," echoing the invitation in Matthew 11:28 for the weary and burdened to find rest in Christ by casting their anxieties upon Him, as reinforced in 1 Peter 5:7.
Avion Blackman brilliantly emphasizes God’s supreme power and victorious nature, referring to Him as "the mountain mover" and affirming, "My God a winner—never be a loser." This declaration aligns with scriptural truths like Matthew 17:20, where faith, even as small as a mustard seed, is capable of moving mountains, and Romans 8:37, which assures us that "in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." The song then broadens its scope, transforming from a personal testimony to an open invitation, urging others to "join this here race and follow me!" This embodies the essence of discipleship and sharing the transformative path found in Jesus, who proclaimed in John 14:6, "I am the way and the truth and the life."
The song culminates in a powerful declaration of absolute allegiance: "From You I'll never run away" and the unequivocal statement, "Me run to Jesus 'cause Him a the right way." This unwavering commitment is beautifully contrasted with the desire for intimate communion, as expressed in the longing to sit "right next to Jesus," signifying a desire for deep fellowship and presence. Blackman’s repeated affirmation of being a "runner" who will "nah quit" encapsulates the relentless pursuit of God and the endurance inherent in the Christian walk. "Run To You" ultimately serves as a vibrant, rhythmic testament to a faith that is not static but dynamic, a continuous forward movement toward the Father, celebrating His power, seeking His presence, and inviting others to partake in the same triumphant spiritual journey.