for KING & COUNTRY - God Only Knows Lyrics
Lyrics
Wide awake while the world is sound asleepin'
Too afraid of what might show up while you're dreamin'
Nobody, nobody, nobody sees you
Nobody, nobody, nobody would believe you
Every day you try to pick up all the pieces
All the memories, they somehow never leave you
Nobody, nobody, nobody sees you
Nobody, nobody, nobody would believe you
God only knows what you've been through
God only knows what they say about you
God only knows how it's killing you
But there's a kind of love that God only knows
God only knows what you've been through
God only knows what they say about you
God only knows the real you
There's a kind of love that God only knows
There's a kind of love that
There's a kind of love
You keep a cover over every single secret
So afraid if someone saw them they would leave
But somebody, somebody, somebody sees you
Somebody, somebody will never leave you
God only knows what you've been through
God only knows what they say about you
God only knows how it's killing you
But there's a kind of love that God only knows
God only knows what you've been through
God only knows what they say about you
God only knows the real you
There's a kind of love that God only knows
There's a kind of love that
There's a kind of love
There's a kind of love that
There's a kind of love
For the lonely, for the ashamed
The misunderstood, and the ones to blame
What if we could start over
We could start over
We could start over
Oh for the lonely, for the ashamed
The misunderstood, and the ones to blame
What if we could start over
We could start over
We could start over
'Cause there's a kind of love that God only knows
God only knows what you've been through
God only knows what they say about you
God only knows the real you
But there's a kind of love that God only knows
God only knows what you've been through
God only knows what they say about you
God only knows the real you
There's a kind of love that God only knows
There's a kind of love that
There's a kind of love
There's a kind of love that
There's a kind of love
God only knows where to find you
God only knows how to break through
God only knows the real you
There's a kind of love that God only knows
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Meaning & Inspiration
Released on July 27, 2018, for KING & COUNTRY's "God Only Knows" stands as a profound exploration of human dependence and divine providence, a sentiment deeply rooted in Christian faith. The song’s genesis and palpable message are inextricably linked to the band members Joel and Luke Smallbone’s personal experiences with grief and loss, particularly the passing of their father, David Smallbone. This backdrop imbues the track with an authenticity that resonates far beyond its musical arrangement, speaking to the universal human condition of grappling with uncertainty and the ultimate reliance on a higher power. The central theme is a powerful testament to the truth that while we may have aspirations, plans, and even love, our ultimate understanding and control over life's trajectory belong solely to God. This echoes the wisdom found in James 4:13-15, where the Apostle James cautions against presumptuous planning, reminding us, "Come now, you who say, 'Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, conduct business and make a profit.' Instead, you ought to say, 'If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.'" The song captures this humility, acknowledging our limited foresight and surrendering it to God's perfect knowledge and plan. Furthermore, the message aligns with Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages believers to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." "God Only Knows" is not merely a lament or an expression of helplessness; rather, it is an anthem of faith, a declaration that in our finite existence, there is an infinite, loving God who holds all the answers and guides every step. The song's enduring impact lies in its capacity to draw listeners toward that comforting truth, inspiring a sense of peace and surrender amidst the inherent complexities of life.