Elevation Worship - Why Lyrics
Lyrics
What can I say of Your love that has not already been said
Were I to tell all the things You have done I would run out of breath
So many songs have been sung
But how could I praise You enough
So here’s another one
Why
You love me like You love me
I’ll never know
Why
You love me like You love me
Your love is
Better than silver
Better than gold
Better than anything I’ve ever known
I’ll never know
Why
You love me like You love me
I’ll never know
Real joy doesn’t always feel like laughter
Blessings don’t always come from the places I thought they would
Your love doesn’t look anything like it does in Hollywood
You don’t walk out when it’s over
That’s when I need You the most
I’ll never know
Even when I turn my back
You love me
Even when I curse Your name
You love me
And even when I broke Your heart
You love me
You love me
You love me
And when I make my bed in hell
You love me
When I don’t even love myself
You love me
You’re not the kind to cut and run
You love me
You love me
You love me
Why (feat. Valley Boys) | Official Audio | Elevation Worship
Written by Steven Furtick, Brandon Lake, Chris Brown
Video
Why (Live From The Loft) | feat. ELEVATION RHYTHM | Elevation Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
Elevation Worship's "Why," released on March 4, 2022, as part of their album *LION*, dives deep into a profound theological paradox that forms the bedrock of Christian faith: the unconditional, inexplicable nature of God's love. The song grapples with the sheer wonder of divine affection, acknowledging that no amount of praise or storytelling can fully encompass its depth. The opening lines immediately set a tone of humble awe, recognizing the inadequacy of human words to describe something so infinite. The central question, repeated with a mixture of bewilderment and adoration, "Why You love me like You love me, I'll never know," serves as the lyrical anchor, resonating with anyone who has experienced God's grace.
The true power of "Why" lies in its unflinching honesty about the human condition and God's unwavering response. It challenges the superficial notions of joy and blessing often portrayed, suggesting that true spiritual fulfillment isn't always characterized by outward happiness or predictable outcomes. This sentiment echoes Jesus' teachings in John 16:33, where He states, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." The song highlights that God’s love is not contingent on our deserving it, but rather on His inherent nature. The lyrics confront our failings directly: "Even when I turn my back, You love me," "Even when I curse Your name, You love me," and "Even when I broke Your heart, You love me." This is a direct reflection of the apostle Paul's powerful declaration in Romans 5:8: "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The song further explores this boundless love by acknowledging our own self-rejection, stating, "When I don’t even love myself, You love me." This imagery strongly aligns with the concept of God’s steadfastness, as described in Lamentations 3:22-23: "Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." The persistent affirmation, "You’re not the kind to cut and run," is a testament to the covenantal nature of God’s commitment, a promise He fulfills even when we are faithless, as 2 Timothy 2:13 reminds us: "if we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself." Ultimately, "Why" is not merely a song; it's a theological reflection set to music, an invitation to ponder the unmerited, unfathomable love of God and to find solace and strength in its eternal constancy.