JJ Heller - I Have Enough Lyrics + Chords
Lyrics
There's a box up in the attic
Full of treasures from my past
Paper snowmen from a season
Melting into spring too fast
Clay and glitter, wood and glue
May not seem like much to you
But it reminds me of
All the ones I love
When I think of them
I think I have enough
We may not live up in the mountains
Like we always wanted to
But this old house shines like a diamond
With Christmas lights hung on the roof
It might not be the life I dreamed
But it's become my favorite scene
It reminds me of
All the ones I love
When I think of them
I think have enough
Everything I want this Christmas
Doesn't cost a single thing
Cookies baking in the kitchen
And hearing little voices sing
Tell the story once again
Peace on earth, goodwill to men
It reminds me of
All the ones I love
When I think of them
I think have enough
It reminds me of
All the ones I love
When I think of them
I know have enough
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JJ Heller - I Have Enough (Official Audio Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
JJ Heller’s "I Have Enough," released on November 25, 2020, arrives as a tender invitation to pause and genuinely assess the true sources of our joy and contentment. The song doesn't delve into a grand narrative of personal triumph or struggle, but rather crafts a deeply relatable and quiet reflection on the invaluable richness found in simple blessings and treasured relationships. It functions as a gentle counter-cultural anthem, particularly relevant in a world constantly striving for more, urging us to recognize the sufficiency of what is already present in our lives.
The song begins with a poignant image of an attic box filled with old mementos – "paper snowmen," "clay and glitter, wood and glue." These items, described as perhaps not seeming like much to an outsider, are transformed into profound treasures because they serve as tangible reminders of "all the ones I love." This opening verse immediately sets a tone of cherishing the past and the people who populate it, echoing the biblical wisdom found in Matthew 6:21, which states, "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Heller subtly directs our gaze away from material wealth and towards the enduring value of human connection and cherished memories, suggesting that true riches are not found in accumulation but in affection and remembrance. This resonates with 1 Timothy 6:6, which reminds us that "godliness with contentment is great gain," implying that satisfaction isn't a byproduct of what we acquire, but of our inner state and our relationship with what truly matters.
Moving beyond the nostalgia, the second verse addresses unfulfilled aspirations, noting, "We may not live up in the mountains like we always wanted to." Yet, instead of dwelling on disappointment, the perspective shifts: "this old house shines like a diamond with Christmas lights hung on the roof." This beautiful imagery speaks to finding profound beauty and value in our present circumstances, even if they deviate from our original dreams. The line, "It might not be the life I dreamed, but it's become my favorite scene," powerfully encapsulates the essence of acceptance and gratitude, a spiritual discipline encouraged throughout Scripture. Philippians 4:11-13 stands as a foundational text here, where Paul speaks of learning to be content in every situation, for he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him. This isn't passive resignation, but an active choice to find joy and God’s grace within the current reality, trusting, as Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, to "trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."
The song culminates with a celebration of the season's purest joys – "cookies baking in the kitchen," "hearing little voices sing," and the timeless repetition of the Christmas story: "Peace on earth, goodwill to men." This final verse firmly anchors the song within a Christian framework, connecting earthly contentment with the divine peace promised in Luke 2:14. It highlights that the most precious gifts of the season, and indeed of life, "doesn't cost a single thing." This challenges the pervasive consumerism that often overshadows the spiritual significance of holidays, aligning with the call in Hebrews 13:5 to "keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'"
Throughout "I Have Enough," Heller repeatedly returns to the chorus: "It reminds me of / All the ones I love / When I think of them / I think I have enough." By the final iteration, "I think" transforms into "I know," signifying a profound shift from a hopeful sentiment to an unshakeable conviction. This transformation is deeply encouraging, guiding us to recognize that true abundance isn't found in material possessions or perfect circumstances, but in the love we share and the quiet assurance of God's presence in our everyday lives. It’s a powerful testament to the truth that when our hearts are aligned with gratitude for God's blessings—seen most clearly in the people around us and the simple moments of joy—we discover a deep, abiding satisfaction that transcends worldly striving. This reflection aligns perfectly with 1 Thessalonians 5:18, which exhorts us to "give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." The song, therefore, becomes not just a musical piece, but a profound spiritual exercise, urging us to embrace contentment and to give thanks for the immeasurable blessings that truly make our lives "enough."