Hillsong Young And Free - Only Wanna Sing Lyrics
Lyrics
This is no performance
Lord I pray it's worship
Empty words I can't afford
I'm not chasing feelings
That's not why I'm singing
You're the reason for my song
[Chorus:]
I only wanna sing
If I sing with everything
If I sing for you my King
I can't imagine why
I would do this all for hype
Cause it's all to lift You high
You don't want perfection
Just my soul's attention
All I have is what I'll give
More than a song that lasts a moment
I'll live a life full of honest worship
If I'm here to sing then I'll sing with purpose
All the praise, Lord, You deserve it, now
[Chorus x2]
Video
Only Wanna Sing (Live) - Hillsong Young & Free
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 13, 2016, Hillsong Young & Free's "Only Wanna Sing (Live)" arrives as a vibrant declaration of singular devotion, cutting straight to the heart of worship with youthful energy and unwavering focus. The song’s core message is beautifully straightforward yet profoundly challenging: when stripped of pretense, distraction, or alternative motives, the soul's truest desire is simply to sing for God alone. It’s not about performance, seeking validation, or achieving some outcome other than the act of praise itself. This resonates deeply with the biblical call found throughout the Psalms, such as Psalm 149:1 which urges, "Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise in the assembly of the saints!" and Psalm 150:6, commanding, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!" The song captures the spirit of Colossians 3:16, encouraging believers to "teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts," emphasizing that the ultimate audience and purpose of our singing is God Himself. The repetitive, almost mantra-like assertion of "only wanna sing" serves as a powerful reminder of prioritizing the main thing – lifting our voices in adoration – above the myriad of competing desires or anxieties that can clutter our lives. It echoes the sentiment of Matthew 6:33 to seek first God's kingdom, translating that principle into the realm of worship expression. Musically, the live recording delivers the signature Young & Free sound – bright synthesizers, an infectious rhythm, and a collective energy that feels both authentic and inviting. This energetic backdrop underscores the joy and freedom inherent in worship when its focus is purely on the Creator, aligning with Psalm 16:11 which speaks of the fullness of joy found in God's presence. The song doesn't just state a desire; it embodies a decision to simplify, to return to the fundamental act of offering our praise, finding identity and purpose not in the complexity of life but in the simple, powerful act of singing for the One who deserves it all. It’s an inspiring anthem for a generation choosing unadulterated worship in a world full of noise, reminding everyone that sometimes, the most profound spiritual act is simply lifting our voice for God.