Hillsong Young And Free - Where You Are (Radio Version) Lyrics
Lyrics
I lived heart on the wire
Hand in the fire for so long
But You've shown me better
A new kind of love
It's ever the one I want
I'm lifting you higher, higher
There's nothing that I'd rather do
A sweet elevation of praises
There's no one I love more than You
I never knew a love like this before
The kind of life that I could not find on my own
I've seen the world but I have never been so sure
That I want Your heart
God, I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Your love, like nothing I've seen
My wildest of dreams don't come close
I've never known better than living like this
I cannot resist You Lord
I'm lifting you higher, higher
There's nothing that I'd rather do
A sweet elevation of praises
There's no one I love more than You
I never knew a love like this before
The kind of life that I could not find on my own
I've seen the world but I have never been so sure
That I want Your heart
God, I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
And after all this time with You by my side
I can't imagine what it'd be like on my own
I've made up my heart, this love is all I've got
And You're the only one I know worth living for
A sweet elevation of praises
There's no one I love more than You
I never knew a love like this before
The kind of life that I could not find on my own
I've seen the world but I have never been so sure
That I want Your heart
God I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
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Where You Are (Lyric Video) - Hillsong Young & Free
Meaning & Inspiration
Hillsong Young & Free's "Where You Are (Radio Version)," released on December 11, 2015, as a standalone single, offers a profound journey into the heart of Christian devotion, charting a course from a life of restless searching to one anchored in divine love. This song's narrative unfolds with compelling honesty, painting a picture of someone who has exhausted worldly pursuits, living a life of perpetual risk and unsatisfying effort, feeling "heart on the wire, hand in the fire." It speaks to the universal human experience of seeking fulfillment in the wrong places, only to discover a superior alternative. The turning point arrives with the revelation of God’s love, described as "better" and "a new kind of love," prompting a complete reorientation of desire toward Him.
The core of the song's meaning is the transformative power of encountering God’s unconditional affection and the subsequent, unwavering desire to remain in His presence. The declaration, "I never knew a love like this before / The kind of life that I could not find on my own," resonates deeply, echoing the sentiments found in Scripture where true life is found only through Christ. Jesus Himself proclaimed in John 14:6, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me," signifying that the richness and depth of existence are not self-generated but are gifts from the Creator. This newfound understanding ignites a yearning that overrides all other ambitions, captured powerfully in the recurring plea, "God, I just want to be where You are." This isn't merely a geographical longing but a spiritual one—a desire for intimate fellowship and a life lived under His divine guidance, akin to the psalmist's cry in Psalm 27:4: "One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life."
The lyrics further articulate the unparalleled nature of this divine affection, stating, "Your love, like nothing I've seen / My wildest of dreams don't come close." This imagery beautifully conveys the idea that God's love surpasses human comprehension and expectation, a truth often celebrated in the Bible. Ephesians 3:19 speaks of knowing "this love that surpasses knowledge," emphasizing its vastness and ability to fill us with God's fullness. The song portrays a life transformed by this revelation, where the old ways become undesirable, and resistance to God's drawing becomes impossible. The natural response to such an overwhelming love is profound worship and adoration, expressed through the lines, "I'm lifting you higher, higher / A sweet elevation of praises," mirroring Psalm 145:1, which declares, "I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your name forever and ever."
The unwavering commitment articulated in the bridge solidifies the message, moving beyond initial discovery to a mature, steadfast devotion. "And after all this time with You by my side / I can't imagine what it'd be like on my own / I've made up my heart, this love is all I've got / And You're the only one I know worth living for." This passage speaks to the deep roots that God's presence establishes in a believer's life, creating an unimaginable void at the thought of separation. It reflects the Apostle Paul’s conviction in Philippians 3:8, where he considered everything a loss "because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord." The song ultimately serves as a powerful testament to the sufficiency of God's love, inviting everyone to embark on this journey of discovering the incomparable joy and peace found exclusively in His presence. It's an inspiring reminder that true satisfaction is not found in the fleeting pleasures of the world but in the eternal embrace of our Father, where we are truly meant to be.