Francesca Battistelli - Give Me Wings Lyrics
Lyrics
Give me wings let me fly I don't know where to, but I'm willing to try.
Help me weather the wind as I wait on you, be the who in my why.
'Cause I am lost without you but I find my hope within you.
I've got no way to doubt you, you're the love that I long for.
You're all that I desire, you're all I love and all I cling to.
You're everything inside, the reason why, I've got to sing to.
The apple of my eye, the love of my life.
You're the sun that breaks the sky, and the reason that I cry.
Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth.
Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth.
You're my shelter and maker, my hiding place from the cares that consume.
Since eternity started you knew my name, now I long to know you.
'Cause I am lost without you but I find my hope within you.
I've got no way to doubt you, you're the love that I long for.
You're all that I desire, you're all I love and all I cling to.
You're everything inside, the reason why, I've got to sing to.
The apple of my eye, the love of my life.
You're the sun that breaks the sky, and the reason that I cry.
Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth.
Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth.
Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth.
Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth.
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Francesca Battistelli "Give Me Wings" (Just A Breath) 2004
Meaning & Inspiration
Francesca Battistelli’s "Give Me Wings," though penned around 2004, found its official release on October 13, 2016, offering a powerful, timeless declaration of faith and dependence on God. The song immediately immerses the spirit in a profound sense of seeking and surrender, articulating a universal human desire for purpose and direction that can only be fulfilled by a divine source. It opens with a heartfelt plea for spiritual empowerment and guidance, asking for "wings" to embark on an unknown journey, coupled with a willingness to try. This speaks to the biblical call for faithful obedience even when the path ahead is obscured, mirroring Abraham's readiness to leave his homeland without knowing where he was going (Genesis 12:1). The entreaty to "weather the wind" while waiting underscores the reality of life's trials and the need for God's sustaining presence during periods of patient expectation, a theme deeply rooted in Scripture, such as Isaiah 40:31 which promises renewed strength for those who wait on the Lord. The core of this initial yearning is crystallized in the cry, "be the who in my why," positioning God not just as a guide, but as the ultimate reason for existence, purpose, and identity—a truth echoed in Colossians 1:16-17, where it’s declared that all things were created through Him and for Him.
The song continues to build on this foundation of dependence, transitioning into an earnest confession of spiritual necessity. The admission, "I am lost without you but I find my hope within you," resonates deeply with John 15:5, where Jesus states that apart from Him, we can do nothing. This isn't a statement of weakness but an acknowledgement of divine sufficiency, where true hope is anchored solely in God, as affirmed in Romans 15:13. The lyrical assurance, "I've got no way to doubt you, you're the love that I long for," speaks to an unwavering faith forged in experience and a deep, inherent yearning for the Creator's love, aligning with the greatest commandment to love the Lord with all one's heart (Matthew 22:37) and the psalmist's thirst for God (Psalm 42:1-2). This devotion expands into a profound declaration, "You're all that I desire, you're all I love and all I cling to," reminiscent of Psalm 73:25, which articulates that there is nothing on earth one desires besides God.
The song then moves from personal reliance to active worship, identifying God as the very "reason why, I've got to sing to." This acknowledges God as the wellspring of inspiration for praise, consistent with biblical calls to worship and sing to the Lord as long as we live (Psalm 104:33). The intimate descriptors, "The apple of my eye, the love of my life," paint a picture of a cherished, personal relationship with the divine, reflecting God's tender care for His people (Deuteronomy 32:10, Zechariah 2:8) and the intimate bond between Christ and His church. When Battistelli sings, "You're the sun that breaks the sky, and the reason that I cry," it captures a powerful duality. "The sun that breaks the sky" symbolizes God's glorious revelation, His light dispelling darkness and bringing new understanding and hope (Malachi 4:2). The "reason that I cry" can be interpreted as tears of overwhelming awe, gratitude for His majesty, or a recognition of one's own frailty before His perfect love and holiness, leading to tears of repentance and joyous worship, as found in numerous biblical accounts of encountering the divine (e.g., Revelation 1:17). These profound emotional responses culminate in the repeated, resounding affirmation, "Hallelujah to the Lord of all the earth," a universal declaration of praise and acknowledgement of God's supreme sovereignty, echoing the heavenly hosts in Revelation 19:1-6.
The narrative deepens further, portraying God as not just a guide but a foundational presence: "You're my shelter and maker, my hiding place from the cares that consume." This paints a vivid image of God as our ultimate protector and provider, a refuge from life's anxieties and overwhelming concerns, aligning with the comforting assurance of Psalm 91:1-2 and Philippians 4:6-7. The profound realization that "Since eternity started you knew my name, now I long to know you" speaks to God's eternal foreknowledge and His personal, intimate relationship with each individual from before birth (Psalm 139:13-16, Jeremiah 1:5). This inspires a reciprocal longing for deeper communion, to move beyond intellectual understanding to experiential knowledge of Him, echoing Philippians 3:10. The repetition of the central chorus powerfully reinforces the song's unwavering core message: dependence on God brings hope, and His love is the ultimate satisfaction. "Give Me Wings" ultimately stands as a beautifully crafted testament to the journey of faith—from tentative steps into the unknown to a confident, worshipful surrender, finding true identity, purpose, and peace solely in the Creator. It serves as a stirring reminder and encouragement to all who seek to navigate life's challenges by placing their complete trust in the Lord.