Deitrick Haddon - It's Over Now Lyrics
Lyrics
It's over now
It's over now
So it's over now
It's over now
Verse 1:
I cannot expailn the way i feel
I must be dreamin, this can't be real
And I now i know that there's a God somewhere
Cause when i called you answered my prayer
Chorus:
Sunshine after the rain
You have takin away my pain
Someway and some how
It's over now, the storm is over now
It's over now
Um...no more tossing and turning in the middle of the night ya'll
It's over now
No more fillin that something ain't right ya'll
So it's over now
And i don't have to walk wit my head hanging down..no
It's over now
Cause my feet is on solid ground...oh
Verse 2:
You took my fear and gave me faith and took away my shame and gave me grace
Then you lifted my burden off my shoulder and you didn't walk away when you came closer.
Chorus:
Sunshine after the rain
You have takin away my pain
Someway and somehow
It's over now, the storm is over now
It's over now
No more smiling and cryin inside ya'll
It's over now
And i don't have to worry cause God's on my side
SO it's over nowG
And now i can love again, i can breathe again
It's over now
Oh it's over...it's over
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It's Over Now
Meaning & Inspiration
Deitrick Haddon’s powerful declaration, "It's Over Now," burst onto the scene on February 8, 2004, as a pivotal track on his album *Crossroads*. More than just a song, it serves as an anthem of profound spiritual release and the undeniable victory found in divine intervention. The track captures the essence of a soul transitioning from deep distress to an overwhelming sense of peace and freedom, articulating that moment when a long-endured struggle finally culminates in breakthrough. It’s a testament to the transformative power of faith and the tangible reality of God’s response to a desperate cry.
The opening lines of the song immediately plunge the listener into an experience of radical change, where the shift from despair to joy is so profound it feels almost surreal. The speaker expresses an inability to comprehend the newfound peace, believing "this can't be real." This disoriented wonder quickly resolves into a firm affirmation: "I now I know that there's a God somewhere / Cause when I called you answered my prayer." This raw acknowledgment speaks to the countless times individuals reach out in prayer, often feeling unheard, until a clear, undeniable answer arrives. It echoes the promise found in Jeremiah 33:3, "Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know," perfectly illustrating the direct, personal communion between a seeking heart and a responsive God.
The chorus delivers the core message with an impactful metaphor: "Sunshine after the rain / You have taken away my pain / Someway and somehow / It's over now, the storm is over now." This imagery paints a vivid picture of restoration, where the darkness and sorrow of a personal storm have finally dissipated, replaced by the warmth and clarity of God’s presence. It’s a profound echo of Psalm 30:5, which assures us that "weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning." The repeated affirmation, "It's over now," becomes a liberating decree, signifying the end of a difficult season and the commencement of a new chapter marked by divine peace.
Haddon then elaborates on the practical manifestations of this breakthrough, detailing the specific burdens that have been lifted. No longer are there "tossing and turning in the middle of the night," nor the nagging feeling "that something ain't right." The days of "walking with my head hanging down" are replaced by the stability of having "my feet...on solid ground." This descriptive sequence paints a relatable picture of the emotional and psychological toll taken by prolonged struggle—the restlessness, anxiety, and shame—all of which are now dissolved. This profound sense of stability and rest brings to mind Isaiah 26:3, "You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You," and Psalm 40:2, where the psalmist declares, "He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand."
Verse two further expounds on the divine exchange that has occurred, a beautiful testament to God's grace: "You took my fear and gave me faith and took away my shame and gave me grace / Then you lifted my burden off my shoulder and you didn't walk away when you came closer." This transformation speaks directly to the core of the human struggle, where fear, shame, and overwhelming burdens often paralyze. God’s intervention isn't just about removing negatives; it's about actively replacing them with divine attributes—faith, grace, and rest. The critical detail, "you didn't walk away when you came closer," powerfully underscores God’s unwavering commitment and intimacy, reminding us of Hebrews 4:16, which invites us to "approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." This unwavering presence, especially when one is most vulnerable, is a cornerstone of Christian faith.
The song concludes by reiterating the complete liberation experienced, moving beyond internal conflict like "smiling and crying inside" to a confident trust because "God's on my side." The ultimate outcome is a renewed capacity for life itself: "now I can love again, I can breathe again." This isn't merely the absence of pain but the restoration of genuine vitality, the ability to engage with life fully and openly. It encapsulates the truth of Philippians 4:6-7, encouraging us to cast our anxieties on God, and Romans 8:31, which boldly declares, "If God is for us, who can be against us?" "It's Over Now" is a powerful testimony to the Christian journey of surrendering to God’s will, experiencing His faithfulness, and ultimately finding complete freedom and a renewed purpose in Him. It serves as a stirring reminder for everyone navigating their own storms that breakthrough is not just possible, but promised, and that the unwavering presence of God brings an end to even the deepest distress.