Chris August - I'm Gonna Sing Lyrics
Lyrics
I'll lay it out for all to see
What You, my God have done for me
I'm not holding back now, oh
I got my heart on my sleeve
No lies in between
I'm not holding back
I'm gonna sing, I'm gonna dance
I'm gonna praise You
Like I never had the chance
And I'm gonna run
Like I've been set free
I'm gonna live
All for You, my King
Oh, I'm gonna sing, yeah
Oh, I'm gonna sing, yeah
Here it is, inside out
All will know what I'm about
I'm not holding back now, oh
I won't deny what You have done
You are my saving one
I'm not holding back
I'm gonna sing, I'm gonna dance
I'm gonna praise You
Like I never had the chance
And I'm gonna run
Like I've been set free
I'm gonna live
All for You my King
Oh, I'm gonna sing
I will not be silent
I'll become even more
Undignified than this, oh
I will not be silent
I'll become even more
Undignified than this
I'm gonna sing, I'm gonna dance
I'm gonna praise You
Like I never had the chance
And I'm gonna run
Like I've been set free
I'm gonna live
All for You my King
Oh, I'm gonna sing
Oh, I'm gonna sing
Oh, I'm gonna sing
Oh, I'm gonna sing
I'm gonna sing
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I'm Gonna Sing
Meaning & Inspiration
Chris August’s "I'm Gonna Sing," released on August 24, 2010, as part of his album *No Far Away*, is a powerful declaration of unreserved devotion and gratitude. The song’s genesis appears rooted in a profound personal experience of divine intervention, a transformation so significant that the singer feels compelled to share it openly and exuberantly. The lyrics articulate a resolve to leave nothing hidden, to lay bare the workings of God in his life for all to witness. This isn't a song about subtle hints or quiet contemplation; it's a vibrant outpouring of a heart overflowing with what Christ has done, a commitment to transparency and authenticity in expressing faith.
The central message of "I'm Gonna Sing" revolves around an irrepressible joy and freedom found in a relationship with God. The singer declares his intention to "sing," to "dance," and to "praise You" with an intensity born from a newfound liberty, as if this opportunity for such an expression has never been available before. This echoes the Psalmist’s fervent calls to worship, such as in Psalm 100:1-2, which exhorts, "Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." The imagery of "running like I've been set free" powerfully conveys the liberation that comes from spiritual redemption, aligning with Galatians 5:1, which states, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery." The commitment to "live all for You, my King" signifies a complete surrender and dedication, reflecting the Apostle Paul’s admonition in Romans 12:1 to "offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship." The repeated resolve "I will not be silent" and the willingness to be "undignified" speak to a radical commitment that transcends societal norms or personal inhibitions, driven by the overwhelming nature of God's love and salvation, as described in verses like Habakkuk 2:20, which commands, "But the Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him." This song is a testament to the transformative power of faith, inspiring listeners to embrace their own expressions of praise and to live their lives fully surrendered to their Creator.