Here Be Lions - Dancing on The Grave Lyrics

Album: I Speak Jesus - EP
Released: 20 Sep 2019

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Lyrics

You throw a party in the presence of my enemies
You invite me to the table and You tell me just to sit and feast
You are not afraid when terrors screaming loud at me
‘Cause You’ve overcome and You’re the God of victory

I’m dancing on the grave
That once held me bound
I’m dancing on the chains
That are laying on the ground
I’m dancing out of the dark
I’m lighting up the night
Your joy becomes a weapon
And I am here to fight

When I walk through the valley of the shadow, I will not fear death
I know You’re by my side and You’ll never leave me by myself
So even when I’m weary
You are calling me to come and rest
‘Cause You cannot be stopped
You have already defeated hell
You cannot be stopped
You have already defeated hell

I’m dancing on the grave
That once held me bound I’m dancing on the chains
That are laying on the ground
I’m dancing out of the dark
I’m lighting up the night
Your joy becomes a weapon
And I am here to fight

The enemy may be all around me
But I’m running free
‘Cause You set me free

I’m dancing on the grave
That once held me bound
I’m dancing on the chains
That are laying on the ground
I’m dancing out of the dark
I’m lighting up the night
Your joy becomes a weapon
And I am here to fight
I am here to fight

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Dancing On the Grave

Meaning & Inspiration

Here Be Lions delivered a resounding declaration of faith with "Dancing on The Grave," a track unveiled on September 20, 2019, as part of their impactful *I Speak Jesus - EP*. The song plunges into the profound truth of God's redemptive power and the believer's subsequent liberation, weaving a narrative of spiritual triumph over past bondages and present fears. It’s an anthem that transcends mere observation, inviting all who engage with it into an active celebration of victory already secured.

The narrative unfolds with a vivid image of divine hospitality: "You throw a party in the presence of my enemies." This immediately calls to mind the profound assurance found in Psalm 23:5, where God prepares a table for us even amidst our adversaries, demonstrating His unwavering provision and protective presence. The invitation to "sit and feast" signifies a secure rest and abundant blessing, untroubled by external threats, because as the song declares, God "is not afraid when terrors screaming loud" and "has overcome and is the God of victory." This echoes the steadfast promise in Deuteronomy 31:6 that the Lord our God goes with us and will never leave or forsake us, rooting our courage not in our own strength but in His formidable sovereignty. It’s a powerful reminder that our battles are ultimately His, and His triumph is absolute.

The heart of the song pulses in its vibrant chorus: "I’m dancing on the grave that once held me bound, I’m dancing on the chains that are laying on the ground." This isn't merely a metaphorical dance; it's a defiant celebration of freedom made real through Christ. The grave represents death, sin, and past failures that once held sway, while the broken chains symbolize the complete breaking of spiritual bondage. This resonates deeply with the truth of Romans 6:4, which speaks of being buried with Christ and raised to walk in newness of life, and Galatians 5:1, urging us to stand firm in the freedom Christ has given us, refusing to be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Furthermore, "dancing out of the dark" and "lighting up the night" speaks to the believer's transition from spiritual darkness into the marvelous light of Christ, as described in Colossians 1:13 where we are delivered from the dominion of darkness and transferred into the kingdom of His beloved Son. The declaration that "Your joy becomes a weapon and I am here to fight" captures the active, empowering nature of divine joy, aligning with Nehemiah 8:10 which proclaims that the joy of the Lord is our strength. This joy isn't passive happiness; it's a dynamic, offensive force in spiritual warfare, equipping us to stand firm against the enemy, as encouraged in Ephesians 6:10-18.

The second verse further deepens this theological foundation, acknowledging the inevitable challenges of life: "When I walk through the valley of the shadow, I will not fear death." This is a direct invocation of Psalm 23:4, a timeless passage that assures us of God's presence even in the darkest valleys, transforming fear into peace. The confidence stems from knowing, "You’re by my side and You’ll never leave me by myself." Even when weariness sets in, God "is calling me to come and rest," a beautiful echo of Jesus' invitation in Matthew 11:28 for the weary and burdened to find rest in Him. The conviction solidifies with the repeated assertion, "You cannot be stopped, You have already defeated hell." This truth is the bedrock of Christian hope, reflecting Colossians 2:15, where Christ disarmed the rulers and authorities and triumphed over them by the cross, and Hebrews 2:14-15, which states that through His death, Jesus destroyed the one who has the power of death—that is, the devil—and freed those who were held in slavery by their fear of death.

The bridge serves as a powerful reiteration and personal testimony: "The enemy may be all around me, but I’m running free, ‘Cause You set me free." This encapsulates the core message of liberation found in John 8:36: "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." It is a profound acknowledgment that while external pressures and spiritual opposition persist, the internal reality for the believer is one of unshakeable freedom, not earned, but graciously given. "Dancing on The Grave" thus stands as a vibrant, faith-infused anthem, compelling individuals to embrace their liberation, to wield divine joy as an instrument of spiritual defiance, and to confidently live in the victory already secured by God. It’s an inspiring call to transform past pain into present praise and future power, reminding us that in Christ, our darkest days are merely a backdrop for His glorious triumph.