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Lyrics
I am here, you are there, lying side by side
Out of touch, out of reach in the great divide
Parallel lines, ooh
Hear the rain count the drops on the window pane
Wide awake, stale mate, why do we play this game?
Oh God, I hate this game
Throw open the doors
You know my heart is yours
What are we waiting for?
Yeah
Let's be pioneers
And we'll build a home
In the great unknown
Yeah
Let's be pioneers
There's a song that we sang on our honeymoon
I remember all the words but forgot the tune
Why are we out of tune?
Let's forgive and let's forgive again
I'm reaching out to my sweetest friend
Can we start again?
Throw open the doors
You know my heart is yours
What are we waiting for?
Yeah
Let's be pioneers
And we'll build a home
In the great unknown
Yeah
Let's be pioneers
And we'll build a home
In the great unknown
Yeah
Let's be pioneers
Let's be pioneers
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Meaning & Inspiration
“Pioneers,” released on the 2018 album *Burn The Ships*, stands as a powerful testament to the courage required to embrace new beginnings and step into uncharted territory, much like the biblical figures who faced daunting journeys of faith. The song speaks directly to the human experience of needing to leave behind the familiar, the comfortable, and perhaps even the broken, to pursue a future defined by hope and divine purpose. This theme resonates deeply with the spirit of Abraham, who was called to leave his homeland and family without knowing where he was going, trusting in God’s promise (Hebrews 11:8). The message encourages a profound surrender, mirroring the disciples who abandoned their livelihoods to follow Jesus, demonstrating a radical commitment to a calling that transcended their worldly concerns (Matthew 4:20-22).
The core of "Pioneers" is an invitation to spiritual bravery, urging listeners to confront their fears and the inertia that can keep them tethered to the past. It’s a call to action for anyone wrestling with the decision to break free from circumstances that stifle growth or hinder one’s walk with God. This resonates with the prophet Jeremiah’s own internal struggle when commissioned by God; though he felt inadequate, he ultimately obeyed, proclaiming God’s word despite opposition (Jeremiah 1:6-10). The song's encouragement to be a trailblazer, to forge a new path where none existed, echoes the very nature of faith itself, which the Bible defines as “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). It’s about embracing the unknown with a steadfast belief in God’s guiding presence, similar to how Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land, a land flowing with milk and honey but occupied by formidable adversaries (Joshua 1:1-9). The message isn't merely about physical migration but about a spiritual migration, a deliberate choice to move forward in obedience and trust, even when the outcome is uncertain, embodying the principle that “without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6). The song ultimately champions the resilience and audacious faith required to be a spiritual pioneer, leaving a legacy of courage for generations to come.