Jordan Smith - Ain't Got Far To Go Lyrics
Lyrics
Here we go
Birds fly, we turned finally free
Patience lost, I began to lose me
My advice would be take a breath
Close your eyes and take a step
I wasn't scared, I fought this on my own
You pulled me down and I let you go
I told you I would prove you wrong
And now I'm here and I'm standing strong
I know (I know, I know)
I know (I know, I know)
I know that I ain't got far to go, go, go
Cause I spent forever waiting
And it's no longer a dream
And now I've landed on my feet
And I ain't got far to go
H-h-h-hold tight, rollercoaster, here we go
Florida, Orlando, I ain't playing with you
Day one, I said I'd go for me
One box ticked, got a lot to beat
I wasn't scared, I fought this on my own
You pulled me down and I let you go
I told you I would prove you wrong
And now I'm here and I'm standing strong
I know (I know, I know)
I know (I know, I know)
I know that I ain't got far to go, go, go
Cause I spent forever waiting
And it's no longer a dream
And now I've landed on my feet
And I ain't got far to go
I'm here to stay, I'm here to stay, yeah
Amen (amen), amen (amen)
And if I had to go back in time
I would just do it again (again), again (again)
Hey, hey, hey, hey, I ain't got far to go now
No, no, no, no, I ain't got far to go
Hey, hey, hey, hey, I ain't got far to go now
I know, oh, I know
I know that I ain't got far to go, go, go
Cause I spent forever waiting
And it's no longer a dream
And now I've landed on my feet
And I ain't got far to go
Cause I spent forever waiting
And it's no longer a dream
And now I've landed on my feet
And I ain't got far to go
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Ain't Got Far To Go
Meaning & Inspiration
On March 18, 2016, Jordan Smith released "Ain't Got Far To Go" as part of his debut album, *Something Beautiful*. This track emerges as a powerful declaration of triumph and unwavering faith, echoing the deeply personal and often challenging journey toward realizing God's promises in one's life. It's a testament to perseverance, a narrative of waiting, trusting, and ultimately, stepping into a long-awaited season of fulfillment, all underpinned by an unshakeable belief in divine timing and strength.
The song delves into the universal experience of longing and the arduous road that often precedes breakthrough. When the lyrics open with the sentiment, "Patience lost, I began to lose me," it immediately connects with anyone who has wrestled with delays and felt their spirit wane under the weight of anticipation. In such moments, the advice offered, "My advice would be take a breath, Close your eyes and take a step," becomes a profound call to faith, mirroring the biblical principle found in Hebrews 11:1, which defines faith as confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. It speaks to moving forward not by sight, but by trust, even when the path ahead is unclear.
As the song progresses, it builds into a robust affirmation of resilience. The lines, "I wasn't scared, I fought this on my own / You pulled me down and I let you go / I told you I would prove you wrong / And now I'm here and I'm standing strong," portray a journey of overcoming opposition and personal doubt. This resonates deeply with the Christian walk, where challenges often test our resolve. Yet, we are reminded in Philippians 4:13 that "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." The perceived "fighting on my own" ultimately transforms into a realization of inherent strength, a strength God often cultivates within us through trials, empowering us to stand firm against detractors and doubts.
The core message crystallizes in the chorus: "I know that I ain't got far to go, go, go / Cause I spent forever waiting / And it's no longer a dream / And now I've landed on my feet." This isn't mere arrogance; it's the confident declaration of someone who has seen God's faithfulness unfold. It speaks to the fulfillment of what the Lord promises in Jeremiah 29:11—plans to prosper us, not to harm us, plans to give us hope and a future. The "forever waiting" morphs into a vibrant present, where dreams are no longer distant hopes but tangible realities. It's the joy of stepping into the destiny God has prepared, much like the psalmist’s desire to "delight yourself in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart" (Psalm 37:4). The journey, though fraught with its "rollercoaster" moments as described, is one that has ultimately brought the singer to a place of stability and divine alignment.
The inclusion of "Amen (amen), amen (amen)" serves as a powerful spiritual anchor, confirming the truth of the preceding statements and invoking a divine seal upon the declaration. In Scripture, "Amen" signifies agreement, truth, and certainty, often used to affirm God’s word or express strong assent. Here, it transforms a personal triumph into a spiritual testimony, acknowledging God's hand in the journey. The concluding lines, "And if I had to go back in time / I would just do it again," are a profound statement of conviction. It signifies that the trials, the waiting, and the struggles were not in vain but integral to the growth and ultimate victory. This echoes James 1:2-4, which encourages us to "Consider it pure joy... whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." Jordan Smith's powerful delivery of this message, even without explicit biblical references in every line, carries the profound weight of a faith-filled journey, encouraging us to embrace our own paths with unwavering hope and the confident expectation that with God, we too "ain't got far to go" until we reach our promised land.