Hollyn - Alone Lyrics
Lyrics
Fell for you first day that I met you
Never dreamed that I ever could forget you
But black and white make a mess
When it turn to grey
Sunlight came sweepin' 'cross the window
Rewind to the time when we were so close
Got me longin' for yesterday
But, Lord, You know me so well
I can be a little punk sometimes
But don't leave me, leave me alone
Bust down the door to my heart like it's Your home
Don't need no keys
I'm on my knees
Begging You please
I've gotta settle this thing once and for all
You got my heart, my soul. You can have it all
I'm on my knees
Beggin' You please
Beggin' You please, Lord,
Don't leave me alone
Through the tears, through the pain comes a new day
Blown away still amazed You pursue me
Ain't no limit to the way You love
Don't stop
Lord, I need You like a heartbeat
Concrete
Rock solid under my feet
And You're callin' me, You're callin' me up
'Cause You know me so well
I can be a little punk sometimes
But don't leave me, leave me alone
Bust down the door to my heart like it's Your home
Don't need no keys
I'm on my knees
Begging You please
I've gotta settle this thing once and for all
You got my heart, my soul. You can have it all
I'm on my knees
Beggin' You please
Beggin' You please, Lord,
Don't leave me alone
[TRU:]
I said You had me in your arms but I fell through the grasp
But yep I had You in my heart but I guess I relapsed
Like I'm livin' for the wrong reasons, through the seasons
Tryna fall for you but then they put me on blast
It's like I try to speak my mind because I know that I'm His
And yep I try to speak my mind but it don't fly with them kids
Man, if I'm not talkin' 'bout the newest Nikes or releases
They put the mute on me
I can't speak about my Jesus?
Like I'm living for Him
I'm slipping to sin
I turn around and make the amends
I try to fit in
I mess it up and stumble again
I'm takin' this pen
And writing everything so I remember just how sweet that it is
Yeah, man, I got issues. I can't even lie
My only saving grace is knowing I got You inside
I'm done with saving face. I ain't gotta thing to hide
So don't leave me alone
Keep coming day and night
Don't leave me, leave me alone
Bust down the door to my heart, Lord, it's Your home
Don't need no keys
I'm on my knees
Begging You please
I've gotta settle this thing once and for all
You got my heart, my soul, You can have it all
I'm on my knees
Beggin' You please
Beggin' You please, Lord,
Don't leave me alone
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Hollyn - Alone (Feat. TRU) [Official Lyric Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
Hollyn’s debut track, "Alone," released in 2015 as part of her self-titled EP, stands as a potent declaration of faith in the face of societal pressures and the allure of independence. The song’s core message is a profound surrender to God’s will, a conscious decision to find belonging and purpose not in the validation of the world, but in the singular presence of the Almighty. This isn't about physical isolation, but a spiritual singularity, a resolute stance against conforming to expectations that would lead her away from her Creator. The narrative powerfully articulates a turning point, a rejection of the "crowded room" of worldly desires and a deliberate embrace of God's distinct plan. This resonates deeply with the biblical concept of being set apart for Him, echoing Jesus' own teaching in John 15:19, "If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world." Hollyn’s articulation of feeling "alone" is not a lament, but a triumphant acknowledgement of a unique calling. It speaks to the courage required to stand firm in one’s convictions, especially when those convictions diverge from popular opinion. This theme is powerfully illustrated in passages like 1 Peter 4:4, which addresses those who “are surprised that you do not plunge with them into the same flood of dissipation, and they heap abuse on you.” The song navigates the internal struggle of desiring acceptance while simultaneously recognizing that true acceptance and fulfillment are found in a relationship with God. It’s a recognition that true belonging is not about fitting in, but about being known and loved by the One who created us. The message of finding strength and identity solely in God is beautifully aligned with what Paul writes in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all this through him who gives me strength,” and with the prophet Isaiah’s assurance in Isaiah 41:10, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." "Alone" offers a vital reminder that in God’s embrace, we are never truly alone, but deeply and eternally connected, finding our truest selves in His perfect presence.