Corey Voss - As Long As It Takes Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse
I will wait as long as it takes I'll wait
'Til I hear the voice of the One I love
Chorus
I will rest here in this silence
I will pause and take a breath
I don't wanna rush this moment
I want You and nothing less
Verse
I'm safe hidden in Your embrace
I'm changed as long as I choose to stay
Chorus
I will rest here in this silence
I will pause and take a breath
I don't wanna rush this moment
I want You and nothing less
Chorus
I will bend my heart to listen
I will pause and take a breath
I don't wanna miss Your presence (oh)
I want You and nothing less
You and nothing less
Bridge
Oh my soul it needs reminding
Lord Your Spirit is reviving
I will wait here in the silence
As long as it takes
Verse
I will wait as long as it takes I'll wait
'Til I hear the voice of the One I love
Video
Corey Voss - As Long As It Takes (feat. Leslie Jordan) [Official Lyric Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
Corey Voss's "As Long As It Takes," released on September 9, 2022, as part of the *As Long As It Takes - EP*, stands as a profound spiritual anchor in a world perpetually rushing forward. This song isn't just a collection of verses; it's an earnest plea and a disciplined commitment, inviting us into a sacred pause. At its core, the piece articulates a deep hunger for divine presence over all else, a deliberate choice to slow down and truly listen for the voice of the One we love, no matter the duration required. It speaks to the universal human struggle against impatience and the spiritual discipline of waiting for God’s timing and voice.
The opening declaration, "I will wait as long as it takes I'll wait, 'Til I hear the voice of the One I love," immediately sets a tone of unwavering devotion and expectation. This isn't a passive waiting, but an active, hopeful posture, reminiscent of the prophet Samuel's response to God's call, or Elijah discerning the Lord not in the wind or earthquake, but in a whisper (1 Kings 19:11-12). It echoes Psalm 27:14, urging us to "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord." The song's protagonist understands that hearing God's voice often demands intentional quietude, a deliberate silencing of the world's clamor to attune to the divine frequency.
The chorus then unfolds as a beautiful blueprint for this waiting: "I will rest here in this silence, I will pause and take a breath, I don't wanna rush this moment, I want You and nothing less." This section is a powerful counter-cultural statement, advocating for stillness over speed, presence over productivity. To rest in silence is to embrace the profound wisdom of Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God." It's an active refusal to compartmentalize spirituality into hurried devotions, instead choosing to savor the fullness of God's presence, valuing Him above every other pursuit. The phrase "I want You and nothing less" resonates with Matthew 6:33, prioritizing the kingdom of God and His righteousness as the ultimate desire.
Further into the song, the message deepens with the assurance, "I'm safe hidden in Your embrace, I'm changed as long as I choose to stay." Here, the act of waiting and seeking transforms into an experience of divine refuge and personal transformation. Like dwelling in the shelter of the Most High (Psalm 91:1), there's an undeniable security found in abiding with God. This staying, this choosing to remain in His embrace, is the conduit for change, echoing John 15:4-5, where Jesus speaks of remaining in Him to bear much fruit. The spiritual growth isn't a byproduct of frantic effort, but of patient communion.
The chorus gains further emotional weight with the modification, "I will bend my heart to listen, I will pause and take a breath, I don't wanna miss Your presence, I want You and nothing less." This emphasizes the active role of the human heart in spiritual reception, a conscious inclining of one's inner being towards God's voice, as Proverbs 2:2 encourages us to "incline your ear to wisdom." The fear of "missing Your presence" highlights a holy ambition, a desire to be fully present and receptive to the Spirit's leading, rather than distracted by fleeting concerns. It reinforces the singularity of the heart's true desire: God Himself.
The bridge, "Oh my soul it needs reminding, Lord Your Spirit is reviving, I will wait here in the silence, As long as it takes," acts as a vulnerable confession and a powerful affirmation. It acknowledges the human tendency to forget, to grow weary, and the constant need for spiritual refreshment. Here, the Holy Spirit is explicitly named as the source of revival, bringing new life and strength to the waiting soul, much like the promise in Ezekiel 36:26-27 of a new heart and a new spirit. This reminder grounds the waiting in the active work of God's Spirit, making the silence not an empty void, but a fertile ground for spiritual renewal.
Ultimately, "As Long As It Takes" is a profound testament to the virtue of patient endurance in faith. It encourages a counter-cultural rhythm of life, prioritizing spiritual stillness and an unwavering pursuit of God's presence. It calls us to trust in His timing, to find our safety and transformation in His embrace, and to passionately declare that in our spiritual journey, we desire Him, and absolutely nothing less. This song serves as a powerful reminder that the greatest treasures are often found not in the rush, but in the reverent, patient wait.