for KING & COUNTRY - What Are We Waiting For? Lyrics
Lyrics
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
(Waiting for)
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
(Ohhhhh)
Can't be what we can't see
Can't speak when we can't breathe
Can't dance if we don't move our feet
It's a blur trying to keep pace
Days are running like they're in a race
Can't move if we're in our own way
I guess the crisis is
We've just one life to live
And no one knows what happens next
So what are we waiting for
What are we waiting for
Why are we wasting all the time like someone's making more
What are we praying for
What are we saving for
What if we could be the light that no one could ignore
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
(Waiting for)
(Waiting for)
(Ohhhhh)
Put the pen on a new page
Dream about what you could change
And live it out before it's too late
The beauty of it is
We've just one life to live
And no one knows what happens next
No
So what are we waiting for
(Waiting)
What are we waiting for
(Waiting)
Why are we wasting all the time like someone's making more
And what are we praying for
(Praying)
And what are we saving for
(Saving)
What if we could be the light that no one could ignore
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
(Waiting for)
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
(Ohhhhh)
If I love better
And you love better
Our love will live on forever
If I love better
And you love better
Our love will live on forever
What are we waiting for
What are we waiting for
Why are we wasting all the time like someone's making more
And what are we praying for
(Praying)
What are we saving for
(Saving)
What if we could be the light that no one could ignore
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
What are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
What are we wait, what are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
What are we wait, what are we waiting for
(Ohhhhh)
What are we wait, what are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
What are we wait, what are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
What are we wait, what are we waiting for
(Waiting for)
Tell me what you're waiting, what you're waiting, what you're waiting for
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Meaning & Inspiration
"What Are We Waiting For?", released on June 16, 2023, as a powerful single from for KING & COUNTRY, arrives as an urgent and compelling anthem, challenging us to shed complacency and embrace a life of active faith. The song dives headfirst into the profound question of human procrastination and inaction, particularly in matters of spiritual significance and purpose. It articulates a universal human experience: the feeling that time is slipping away, often due to self-imposed limitations or a general reluctance to step out in faith. At its core, this track confronts the reality that "we've just one life to live," a truth that serves as both a sobering realization and an incredible impetus for change. The song is a direct invitation to examine our priorities, question our hesitations, and re-evaluate what truly holds us back from living a life that reflects our deepest convictions.
The narrative crafted within the lyrics immediately confronts our inertia, beginning with evocative lines like, "Can't be what we can't see, can't speak when we can't breathe, can't dance if we don't move our feet." These statements powerfully illustrate the futility of inaction, emphasizing that potential remains dormant without intentional effort. This resonates deeply with biblical principles found in James 2:17, which states, "faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead." The song then acknowledges the relentless pace of modern life, noting that "days are running like they're in a race," yet paradoxically, "can't move if we're in our own way." This poignant observation echoes the wisdom of Psalm 90:12, urging us to "number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom," reminding us that time is a precious, finite resource that we often squander or impede through our own resistance to change.
The chorus then explodes with a series of piercing questions that demand introspection: "Why are we wasting all the time like someone's making more? What are we praying for? What are we saving for? What if we could be the light that no one could ignore?" These lines serve as a potent call to stewardship, not just of our earthly resources, but of our very existence and divine potential. The query about wasting time reminds us of Ephesians 5:15-16, which exhorts us to "be careful how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity." The profound challenge to be "the light that no one could ignore" directly channels Jesus's command in Matthew 5:14-16, "You are the light of the world... let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." This isn't merely a suggestion but an imperative for believers to actively manifest God's love and truth in a world desperately needing illumination, pushing against the complacency that often keeps our light hidden. Furthermore, the questions of "what are we praying for" and "what are we saving for" encourage a re-evaluation of our desires and priorities, aligning them with kingdom values rather than solely personal comfort or accumulation, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:33 to "seek first his kingdom and his righteousness."
As the song progresses, it pivots from diagnosis to prescription, encouraging us to "put the pen on a new page, dream about what you could change, and live it out before it's too late." This lyrical imagery is a beautiful metaphor for actively engaging with the fresh starts and divine opportunities God offers, aligning with Jeremiah 29:11, which speaks of God's plans to give us "hope and a future." It’s an invitation to move beyond mere contemplation to concrete action, to embrace the transformative power of God's Spirit within us. The bridge then culminates in an incredibly powerful and simple truth: "If I love better, and you love better, our love will live on forever." This statement encapsulates the ultimate, eternal impact of intentional, Christ-like love. It transcends individual efforts, envisioning a collective movement of compassion and selfless devotion. This echoes Jesus's new commandment in John 13:34-35, "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples." The song thus frames love not just as an emotion but as the most enduring and impactful action we can take, leaving a legacy that outlasts our earthly days and resonates into eternity, as affirmed by 1 Corinthians 13:13, which proclaims love as the greatest and most enduring virtue. "What Are We Waiting For?" ultimately stands as a rousing call to awaken to our divine purpose, to overcome the paralysis of waiting, and to boldly step into the impactful, love-fueled life we are called to live, for the glory of God and the betterment of His world.