Dunsin Oyekan - To Know You Lyrics
Lyrics
Just one passion, one purpose
To know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Just one passion, one purpose
To know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Just one passion, one purpose
To know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Just one passion, one purpose
To know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Just one passion, one purpose
To know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Just one passion, one purpose
To know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
No life outside You
No one besides You
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
Let me know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
I want to know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
I want to know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
I want to know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
I want to know You more and more
When I know You, I'll find me
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To Know You - Dunsin Oyekan
Meaning & Inspiration
Dunsin Oyekan's "To Know You," released on March 4, 2026, as part of his album *The Gospel of the Kingdom*, emerges as a profoundly focused and deeply spiritual anthem, cutting through the noise with a singular, unwavering message. This song isn't just a collection of verses; it's a raw, passionate declaration of the soul's ultimate yearning, a pursuit of divine intimacy that redefines purpose and identity. The heart of the song is beautifully encapsulated in its recurring petition: "Just one passion, one purpose / To know You more and more / When I know You, I'll find me." This statement immediately sets the trajectory for a life entirely surrendered to the pursuit of God, resonating with biblical calls to seek Him above all else, echoing Matthew 6:33 to "seek first His kingdom and His righteousness."
The brilliance of "To Know You" lies in its lyrical simplicity and repetitive structure, which serves not as redundancy but as a meditative, prayerful insistence. Each repetition reinforces the depth of the commitment, guiding the worshiper into a deeper state of contemplation and hunger for God. The core message, "To know You more and more," speaks to an ever-unfolding revelation of God, not merely an intellectual understanding, but an experiential, intimate relationship. This mirrors the Apostle Paul’s fervent desire in Philippians 3:10, "that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection." It’s an acknowledgment that knowing God is not a destination but a continuous journey of discovery, a pressing into deeper truths and a richer experience of His presence, as described in Hosea 6:3, "Let us know; let us pursue the knowledge of the Lord."
Crucially, the song weaves in a powerful truth about identity: "When I know You, I'll find me." This line is a spiritual anchor, challenging the common human tendency to seek self-discovery through external achievements, relationships, or worldly pursuits. Instead, it posits that true self-knowledge and purpose are intrinsically linked to understanding one's Creator. This concept is deeply rooted in Scripture, where our identity is found in Christ. Colossians 3:3-4 declares, "For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory." Similarly, Matthew 16:25 states that "whoever loses their life for my sake will find it." The song thus becomes a profound testament to the idea that shedding the false self, often constructed by societal pressures and personal ambition, is essential to embracing the true self, perfectly designed and purposed by God.
Further strengthening this message is the absolute declaration: "No life outside You / No one besides You." This isn't just a statement of dependence; it's a radical affirmation of God's sovereignty, uniqueness, and the exclusivity of life found in Him. It calls to mind Deuteronomy 6:4, "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one," and Isaiah 45:5, "I am the Lord, and there is no other; besides me there is no God." This powerful assertion dismantles any notion of alternative sources of fulfillment or sustenance, positioning God as the sole wellspring of existence and meaning. It echoes John 14:6, where Jesus proclaims, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me." The song, therefore, serves as a complete surrender, a resolute commitment to God as the alpha and omega of one’s being. "To Know You" isn't merely a worship song; it's a spiritual manifesto, inviting every person to shed distractions, recalibrate their priorities, and embark on the most vital journey of all: an unceasing, intimate pursuit of the divine, confident that in knowing God, they will truly discover who they were always meant to be.