Carrie Underwood - Something In The Water Lyrics
Lyrics
He said, "I've been where you've been before.
Down every hallway's a slamming door.
No way out, no one to come and save me.
Wasting a life that the Good Lord gave me.
Then somebody said what I'm saying to you,
Opened my eyes and told me the truth."
They said, "Just a little faith, it'll all get better."
So I followed that preacher man down to the river and now I'm changed
And now I'm stronger
There must've been something in the water
Oh, there must've been something in the water
Well, I heard what he said and I went on my way
Didn't think about it for a couple of days
Then it hit me like a lightning late one night
I was all out of hope and all out of fight
Couldn't fight back the tears so I fell on my knees
Saying, "God, if you're there come and rescue me."
Felt love pouring down from above
Got washed in the water, washed in the blood and now I'm changed
And now I'm stronger
There must be something in the water
Oh, there must be something in the water
And now I'm singing along to amazing grace
Can't nobody wipe this smile off my face
Got joy in my heart, angels on my side
Thank God almighty, I saw the light
Gonna look ahead, no turning back
Live every day, give it all that I have
Trust in someone bigger than me
Ever since the day that I believed I am changed
And now I'm stronger
There must be something in the water (amazing grace)
Oh, there must be something in the water (how sweet the sound)
Oh, there must be something in the water (that saved a wretch)
Oh, there must be something in the water (like me)
Oh, yeah
I am changed (I once was lost)
Stronger (but now I'm found)
(was blind but now I see)
Video
Carrie Underwood - Something in the Water (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Carrie Underwood's "Something in the Water," released on November 6, 2014, is a powerful testament to transformation, deeply rooted in the biblical narrative of spiritual rebirth. This song is far more than just a catchy tune; it’s a vivid depiction of the profound change that occurs when one encounters the divine. The narrative begins with a stark portrayal of a life adrift, marked by questioning and a search for meaning, echoing the human condition described in Ecclesiastes 1:2-3, which speaks of life's struggles and the constant striving under the sun. However, the pivotal moment arrives with the experience of baptism, a symbolic act of dying to the old self and being resurrected into a new life in Christ, mirroring the teachings of Romans 6:4, "We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life."
The song meticulously crafts a before-and-after picture, illustrating how this encounter reshapes everything. The lyrics convey a sense of liberation from past burdens and anxieties, akin to the freedom found in Psalms 34:18, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Underwood articulates a renewed perspective, where confusion gives way to clarity and doubt is replaced by unwavering faith. This shift is not superficial; it’s an internal recalibration, aligning with the transformation Paul describes in 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" The emphasis on the water isn't merely about the physical act of immersion but the spiritual cleansing and renewal it represents. It signifies a washing away of sin and a fresh start, echoing Isaiah 1:18, "Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.” The message is clear: through a transformative encounter, life’s deepest questions find their answer in the boundless grace and love of God, offering hope and a purpose that transcends earthly struggles.