Citizen Way - Words Lyrics
Lyrics
You oh You
Have been so good to me
And I don't have words
There is more
Than I know to say
I don't have words
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah I will sing
If You take
Everything You gave
And I don't have words to cope
Or the reasons why
Give me Your Words
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah I will sing
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah I will sing
I will sing
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah I will sing
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah I will sing
I will sing
I don't have words
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Words
Meaning & Inspiration
Citizen Way delivered a profound spiritual reflection with their song "Words," released on June 1, 2023. This powerful track delves into the universal human experience of encountering moments so overwhelming—whether with joy or sorrow—that language itself falls short. It's a testament to the limitations of our vocabulary in the face of the divine and a prayer for divine intervention when our own expressions fail.
The heart of "Words" lies in its dual exploration of human inability to articulate. Initially, the song expresses a deep gratitude for God's boundless goodness, a goodness so vast and encompassing that the singer declares, "I don't have words; there is more than I know to say." This sentiment beautifully captures the ineffable nature of divine grace, echoing scriptural truths like Psalm 40:5, which states, "Many, O Lord my God, are your wonderful works that you have done and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! If I were to proclaim and tell of them, they would be more than can be numbered." Our human capacity for praise often pales in comparison to the reality of God's steadfast love and countless blessings. When our own eloquence fails, the song offers a powerful, universal response: "Hallelujah I will sing." "Hallelujah," meaning "Praise the Lord," transcends individual words, becoming a pure, unadulterated declaration of worship that requires no further explanation, a spiritual anthem that resonates with the celestial praise described in Revelation 19:1.
The narrative then shifts to a more challenging scenario, addressing moments of profound loss or unanswered questions: "If You take everything You gave, and I don't have words to cope or the reasons why, give me Your Words." This portion of the song confronts the raw reality of suffering and the feeling of being utterly speechless in the face of adversity. Life often presents trials that leave us without adequate human language to process our pain, express our grief, or even articulate our questions. In these vulnerable moments, the plea "Give me Your Words" is not merely a request for comfort but a profound cry for divine truth, solace, and guidance directly from God's own revelation. It’s a recognition that only God’s truth, found in Scripture, can provide the anchor needed when our world feels destabilized. This deeply connects with Psalm 119:28, "My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!" and the promise of Psalm 119:105, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
Citizen Way’s "Words" stands as a poignant reminder that our spiritual journey is not always about crafting eloquent prayers or possessing a perfect understanding. Sometimes, our most genuine worship comes in the form of a simple, repeated "Hallelujah," an act of faith and surrender when our own vocabulary runs dry. The song inspires us to lean into the enduring power of God's revealed truth—His Scripture—in every circumstance. Whether we are overwhelmed by His goodness and lack the words to praise, or facing trials that leave us speechless and searching for answers, the constant is the invitation to embrace divine "Words" as our ultimate source of strength and comfort. This aligns with Romans 8:26, where we learn that "the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words." "Words" by Citizen Way is a powerful and essential anthem for anyone who has ever found themselves at the limits of human expression, pointing us back to the inexhaustible wellspring of God's unchanging truth.