John Legend - Drown Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus: John Legend
Tell me that You'll never let me down (Down)
Down (Down)
'Cause You're my final breath before I drown (Drown)
Drown (Drown)
Verse 1: Lecrae
I'm drownin' (I'm drownin')
I'm drownin' (I'm drownin')
Lost in this world, with these waves all around me
Deep in the darkness, where it's heartless
I don't know if I can make it, I'll be honest that
I'm fadin' (I'm fadin')
I'm fadin' (I'm fadin')
Trapped and I feel like it ain't no escapin'
Down to the bottom, all these problems got me drinkin'
Might drown in this bottle, all this drama got me thinkin'
Pre-Chorus: Lecrae
If I had one call, would You answer it?
Or would You take back all of Your promises?
'Cause I don't know who to turn to or who to trust
I don't know who to turn to or who to trust so
Chorus: John Legend
Tell me that You'll never let me down (Down)
Down (Down)
'Cause You're my final breath before I drown (Drown)
Drown
Post-Chorus: John Legend
You're my last resort, when it's too late
You're the only one, who takes my pain away (Away)
Away
So tell me that You'll never let me down (Down)
Me down (Down)
Verse 2: Lecrae
Come save me (Come save me)
Come save me (Come save me)
'Cause I've been in way over my head lately
Shame got me sinkin'
Goin' off the deep end
Heartache took my breath away, now I'm barely breathin' and
I'm hopin' (I'm hopin')
I'm hopin' (I'm hopin')
'Cause this the only thing that keeps me sober
I feel like I'm losin' it (Yeah)
Like "What am I doin' here?" (Yeah, yeah)
I need You to bail me out (Please)
I need You to pull me in
Pre-Chorus: Lecrae & John Legend
If I had one call, would You answer it? (Answer it)
Or would You take back all of Your promises? (Promises)
'Cause I don't know who to turn to or who to trust (Oh, oh)
I don't know who to turn to or who to trust (So)
Chorus: John Legend
So tell me that You'll never let me down (Woah, oh)
Down (Oh, oh-oh-oh)
'Cause You're my final breath before I drown (Oh I don't wanna drown)
Drown (Yeah)
Post-Chorus: John Legend
You're my last resort, when it's too late
You're the only one, who takes my pain away (Away)
Away (So)
So tell me that You'll never let me down (Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh)
Me down
Video
Lecrae, John Legend - Drown (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
The powerful collaboration between Lecrae and John Legend, "Drown," released in 2020, dives deep into the human struggle with despair and the yearning for an unwavering source of hope. The song's narrative paints a vivid picture of someone feeling overwhelmed and lost, grappling with the darkness and the weight of their problems. Lecrae's verses articulate this profound sense of drowning, not just in external circumstances, but in internal turmoil, evidenced by phrases hinting at escapism and the crushing burden of heartache. This feeling of being "in way over my head" and losing one's footing resonates with the biblical descriptions of individuals facing insurmountable challenges, such as the disciples in the storm (Mark 4:35-41) or David in his moments of deep distress (Psalm 42:7).
The core of "Drown" lies in its plea for an anchor, a steadfast presence that will prevent complete submersion. John Legend’s soaring chorus acts as this prayer, a desperate yet hopeful cry for assurance, asking to be told, "You'll never let me down." This yearning for an infallible source of support directly mirrors the promises of God's faithfulness found throughout Scripture. The imagery of the "final breath before I drown" speaks to the ultimate reliance on something beyond oneself for salvation, echoing the New Testament concept of Jesus as the life-giver and redeemer, the one who offers a "living water" to quench spiritual thirst (John 4:14). The post-chorus reinforces this, identifying this presence as the "last resort" and the only one who can alleviate pain, a sentiment that aligns with the psalmist's declaration of God as a "very present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1).
The song thoughtfully explores the human tendency to question, as Lecrae asks, "If I had one call, would You answer it?" This honest vulnerability in the face of doubt is a familiar theme in faith, as individuals often grapple with their trust and the perceived silence of the divine during trials. Yet, the song pivots from this uncertainty to a profound act of faith, reaching out in hope. The repeated plea to be "saved" and "pulled in" is a direct invocation of divine intervention, reflecting the biblical narrative of God's consistent rescue of His people, from the Exodus from Egypt to the saving grace offered through Christ. Ultimately, "Drown" is an anthem of surrender, acknowledging our limitations and placing our ultimate trust in a love that is unchanging and an ever-present source of deliverance, a testament to the enduring hope found in believing in a God who promises never to abandon those who call upon Him.