Donald Lawrence - You Covered Me Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
I could've lost my mind,
wanted to give up so many times.
But God was my anchor, a consisted way maker, yes, I'm grateful God covered me.
(Go on and sing the song pastor)
Verse 2
When the enemy came against me
Attack my body and my ministry
But what God ordains, He will maintain, I'm grateful He covered me.
Hook:
You covered me
Hand of protection all around me
If not for Your grace and Your mercy,
Thank You Lord, You covered me.
Verse 1 & 2
Hook
Bridge
I failed so many times, but Your love divine, You touched this soul of mine and restore me.
Repeat HOOK
(Speaking)
Oh God we thank You for Your covering grace, we thank You for Your covering us.
We thank You for Your hand of protection all around us, we know that when the enemy comes in like a flood, You'll lift up a standard.
No weapon formed against us shall ever, ever prosper!
Come, pastor let do this together.
Vamp 1
You covered me
Hands of protection around me
Your grace and mercy covered me
I could've lost my mind, wanted to quit many times
But God, what You ordain
I'm a witness, He will maintain!
Vamp 2
You covered me
Hand of protection around me
Your grace & mercy covered me
Repeat x6
Vamp 3
You covered me
REPEAT until end
Video
You Covered Me
Meaning & Inspiration
Donald Lawrence’s "You Covered Me," released on September 23, 2015, is a powerful testament to the unfailing protection and redemptive grace of God. This anthem doesn't just speak of divine intervention; it articulates the deep, personal gratitude of one who has faced immense trials and emerged victorious through the steadfast covering of the Almighty. The song’s narrative is one of profound struggle, acknowledging moments of near despair where the temptation to surrender was overwhelming, as expressed in the opening lines about almost losing one's mind and wanting to give up. This vulnerability is met head-on with the unwavering truth of God’s presence as an anchor, a constant source of provision and deliverance. The lyrics powerfully communicate that even when the enemy directly assaults one's well-being or God-given purpose, divine ordainment ensures divine maintenance, a profound theological concept that reassures believers that what God has purposed, He will sustain.
The core message resonates with the biblical assurance found in Isaiah 54:17, which declares, "No weapon formed against you shall prosper." Lawrence’s song echoes this promise, framing God’s covering as a tangible "hand of protection all around." This isn't abstract theology; it's an experienced reality that leads to a deep wellspring of thankfulness for grace and mercy. The bridge delves further into the human condition, admitting failures and shortcomings, yet finding solace and restoration in God's unending love, aligning perfectly with scriptures like Romans 8:38-39, which proclaims that nothing can separate us from the love of God. The spoken interlude further amplifies this message, with heartfelt prayers of thanksgiving for this divine covering, invoking the imagery of God raising a standard when the enemy comes in like a flood, a direct reference to Isaiah 59:19. The repeated vamps serve not just as musical embellishments but as a communal affirmation and a powerful declaration of faith, reinforcing the central theme that God’s protective embrace is all-encompassing and ever-present. The song’s strength lies in its directness and its ability to connect with the lived experiences of listeners who have navigated their own battles, offering them a renewed sense of hope and a profound appreciation for the divine shield that has, and will continue to, cover them.