Family Force 5 - Glow In The Dark Lyrics + Chords
Lyrics
You energize me
I've never felt this before
Oh, and it's blinding
Brighter than the sun at its core
This heart that is beating
Without worth repeating
A fire to be something more
I glow in the dark
You are made of light
Glow all day
Glow all night
Like the stars up in the sky
We keep on shining you and I
I glow in the dark
You are made of light
Glow all day
Glow all night
We shine
You and I
I glow in the dark
You energize me
With a passion that could send me to war
Electrifying
From the heavens to the ocean floor
I glow in the dark
You are made of light
Glow all day
Glow all night
Like the stars up in the sky
We keep on shining you and I
I glow in the dark
You are made of light
Glow all day
Glow all night
We shine
You and I
I glow in the dark
Try to change me
Try, try to change me
You'll never change me
(Try to change me)
I glow in the dark, dark, dark, dark
I glow in the dark, dark, dark
I glow in the dark
You are made of light
Glow all day
Glow all night
Like the stars up in the sky
We keep on shining you and I
I glow in the dark
You are made of light
Glow all day
Glow all night
We shine
You and I
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Glow In The Dark - Family Force 5 (Lyrics)
Meaning & Inspiration
Family Force 5's "Glow In The Dark," released on August 5, 2014, as part of their album *Time Stands Still*, offers a powerful, vibrant anthem rooted deeply in a spiritual awakening and a call to live out an illuminated faith. The song immediately plunges into the exhilarating experience of divine encounter, painting a vivid picture of a life transformed by an overwhelming, heavenly power. It’s a narrative of discovery, where the speaker, once perhaps mundane or without clear direction, is ignited by a divine presence so intense it’s described as "blinding" and "brighter than the sun at its core." This imagery resonates deeply with scriptural accounts of God's glory, often depicted as an unapproachable light (1 Timothy 6:16) or a brilliance that leaves an indelible mark, much like Moses' face shone after conversing with God (Exodus 34:29-35).
The song progresses to reveal a heart that, prior to this encounter, was "without worth repeating," implying a state of spiritual emptiness or a life devoid of true purpose. The influx of divine energy creates "a fire to be something more," signifying a spiritual rebirth and an ardent desire for meaningful existence in Christ. This transformation echoes the promise of a new heart and a new spirit given by God (Ezekiel 36:26), and the call for believers to be made new in Christ, shedding the old self and embracing a renewed identity (2 Corinthians 5:17). The core message blossoms in the chorus, a triumphant declaration: "I glow in the dark, You are made of light." Here, the divine "You" is unequivocally the source of all light, referring to God Himself, who is light and in whom there is no darkness at all (1 John 1:5). The speaker’s ability to "glow in the dark" is not an inherent quality but a direct reflection of this divine illumination. This concept aligns perfectly with Matthew 5:14-16, where believers are called the "light of the world," urged to "let your light shine before others." The persistent nature of this glow—"all day, glow all night"—underscores an unwavering, constant testimony, a faith that never dims, mirroring the faithful endurance encouraged in Scripture. The comparison to "stars up in the sky" further cements this idea of believers shining brightly amidst darkness, a beautiful parallel to Daniel 12:3 which promises that "those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever." The powerful affirmation "We keep on shining you and I" beautifully illustrates the partnership between God and the believer, where God's light is channeled through His children into the world.
The second verse re-emphasizes the energizing power of God, describing a "passion that could send me to war" and an "electrifying" force spanning "from the heavens to the ocean floor." This speaks to the spiritual warfare believers are called into, empowered not by their own might but by the strength of the Lord (Ephesians 6:10-12). The boundless nature of God’s power and presence is celebrated, reminding us of His omnipresence and omnipotence (Psalm 139:7-10). Perhaps the most defiant and inspiring moment arrives in the bridge: "Try to change me, You'll never change me." This is a resolute stand against the world's pressures, temptations, or attempts to extinguish the spiritual light within. It’s a bold declaration of identity and steadfastness in Christ, echoing Romans 12:2, which admonishes believers not to conform to the patterns of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of their minds. This unyielding spirit is born from the knowledge that one's true identity is found in Christ, a new creation that cannot be undone by external forces.
"Glow In The Dark" serves as a profound encouragement to anyone navigating a world often shrouded in spiritual gloom. It is a stirring reminder that believers are not meant to blend in with the darkness but to radiate the divine light within them, a light that originates from God and empowers them to live a purpose-driven, unshakeable life. The song inspires us to boldly manifest the spiritual energy and identity we have received, shining brightly as beacons of hope and truth, knowing that our glow is a testament to the inexhaustible light of God Himself.