James Fortune - Did it All For ME Lyrics
Lyrics
If He never, ever does another thing
He’s already done more than I could dream
Jesus, we love you
We give You the praise
He gave His life for me
Just so I could live life totally free
We love You
We give You the glory
All for me
Did it all for me
He left His throne
Came to earth, unknown, for me
Did it all for me, did it all for me
And He took that walk
Carrying that cross for me
Did it all for me
I’m here to lift Jesus high
Till the world is lighted by His shine
Lord, You’ll be forever glorified
And everywhere that I go
I’m gonna make sure everybody knows
That You are, You are God alone
Did it all for me, did it all for me
He left His throne
Came to earth, unknown, for me
Did it all for me, did it all for me
And He took that walk
Carrying that cross for me
Did it all for me
Did it all for me, did it all for me
He left His throne
Came to earth, unknown, for me
Did it all for me, did it all for me
And He took that walk
Carrying that cross for me
Did it all for me
Video
All For Me
Meaning & Inspiration
James Fortune’s "Did it All For ME," released on March 8, 2025, arrives as a profound declaration of faith, encapsulating the very heart of Christian belief. The song’s essence is a deeply personal and universal acknowledgment of Jesus Christ’s sacrificial love, portraying it as the ultimate act of divine grace. It moves beyond mere admiration, prompting a powerful reflection on what it means to be the recipient of such boundless generosity and what that demands in return from a believer. At its core, the message is a heartfelt testament to the finished work of the cross and the transformative freedom it bestows, establishing an unwavering foundation for both gratitude and purpose.
The lyrical narrative of "Did it All For ME" unfolds with a striking clarity, immediately establishing the sufficiency of Christ's past actions. The opening lines, "If He never, ever does another thing / He’s already done more than I could dream," echo the sentiment found in Ephesians 3:20, where Paul speaks of God being "able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine." This sets a tone of complete contentment and overwhelming thankfulness, asserting that even if no further blessings were ever bestowed, the singular act of Christ’s sacrifice would remain eternally enough. This profound truth underpins the entire song, reminding us that salvation and redemption are already accomplished. The declaration, "He gave His life for me / Just so I could live life totally free," directly references the core tenets of the Gospel. John 3:16 reminds us of God's immense love in sending His Son, and Romans 5:8 emphasizes that Christ died for us while we were still lost in sin. The resulting freedom is not just from legalistic bondage but from the spiritual chains of sin and death, a freedom promised in Galatians 5:1, where we are urged to stand firm in the liberty Christ has secured.
The song then meticulously details the scope of this divine undertaking, tracing Christ's journey from deity to humanity and ultimately to the cross. Phrases like "He left His throne / Came to earth, unknown, for me" powerfully convey the Incarnation. This mirrors the breathtaking humility described in Philippians 2:6-8, where Jesus, "being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to His own advantage; rather, He made Himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness." This descent from divine glory to an unassuming existence on Earth highlights the extraordinary depth of His love. The subsequent lines, "And He took that walk / Carrying that cross for me," paint a vivid picture of the Passion. The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John all recount this arduous journey to Calvary, where Christ willingly bore the weight of humanity's sin, fulfilling prophecies such as Isaiah 53:5, which states, "He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities." The repetition of "Did it all for me" throughout the song serves as a powerful, insistent affirmation of this personal and monumental sacrifice, ensuring the message resonates deeply within the soul.
Beyond merely recounting Christ’s actions, "Did it All For ME" transitions into the believer’s committed response. The lines, "I’m here to lift Jesus high / Till the world is lighted by His shine," articulate a clear call to worship and evangelism. This aligns with Jesus's own words in John 12:32, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself." The believer’s life, transformed by grace, becomes a beacon, fulfilling the mandate of Matthew 5:14-16 to be "the light of the world," letting our good deeds shine for all to see and glorify God. The commitment expressed—“everywhere that I go / I’m gonna make sure everybody knows / That You are, You are God alone”—reflects the Great Commission given in Matthew 28:19-20 and the calling to be witnesses, as stated in Acts 1:8. It’s an active, unreserved dedication to proclaiming God's singular sovereignty, a truth consistently affirmed throughout Scripture, such as in Isaiah 45:5, where God declares, "I am the Lord, and there is no other; besides me there is no God." The song isn't just an observation; it’s an empowering pledge to live out one’s faith vibrantly and publicly.
In its entirety, "Did it All For ME" serves as a profound anthem of Christian gratitude and commitment. It masterfully intertwines the foundational doctrines of Christ’s deity, incarnation, atoning sacrifice, and resurrection power with the believer’s subsequent response of worship and evangelism. The song’s structure, though simple in its repetition, builds a compelling narrative that begins with overwhelming thankfulness for past grace and culminates in a fervent resolve to share that grace with a world in need. It’s an inspiring piece that encourages introspection on the immense cost of salvation and ignites a passion to live a life devoted to glorifying the One who indeed did it all.