Love And The Outcome - More Lyrics
Lyrics
These eyes
Have been pretty hard on me these days
Don't know why I play these games
Finding all the things I wanna change
These eyes
They don't think I could be a work of art
You know I'm tearing myself apart
Seeing all the flaws of my false starts
God You see more
More than the mistakes I made
More than just a tear-stained face
When I messed up
Feeling unloved You call me Yours
God You see more
More than all my desperate days
More than all the prayers I've prayed
When my heart breaks
I hear Your voice say that I'm adored
You see more
These words
All the names I've called myself sometimes
It's like I don't even realize
Just how much I let those words define me
God You see more
More than the mistakes I made
More than just a tear-stained face
When I messed up
Feeling unloved You call me Yours
God You see more
More than all my desperate days
More than all the prayers I've prayed
When my heart breaks
I hear Your voice say that I'm adored
God You see more
You see more
God You see more
More than the mistakes I made
More than just a tear-stained face
When I messed up
Feeling unloved You call me Yours
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Meaning & Inspiration
Love And The Outcome’s "More," released on January 13, 2022, is a profound lyrical journey into the tender space where human self-perception meets divine grace. At its core, the song unflinchingly addresses the universal struggle with self-criticism, doubt, and the heavy weight of our imperfections, contrasting this internal battle with God's boundless, affirming perspective. It paints a vivid picture of the internal monologue that often plagues us, the harsh judgments we cast upon ourselves, and the desperate longing for acceptance that lies beneath. This narrative serves as a poignant reminder that while we often see our brokenness, God sees a masterpiece in progress, loved unconditionally.
The song opens with an honest portrayal of our inner struggles, where our own "eyes" become the harshest critics, fixating on "all the things I wanna change" and tearing ourselves apart over perceived flaws and "false starts." This resonates deeply with the human experience of feeling inadequate, comparing ourselves to unattainable standards, and wrestling with the belief that we could ever be a "work of art." It speaks to the enemy's whispers and our own fallen nature that seeks to diminish the sacred truth of who we are. Yet, this painful self-assessment sets the stage for the powerful counter-narrative found in the chorus, demonstrating that our human lens is limited and often distorted.
The chorus delivers the song’s central, liberating message: "God You see more." This phrase isn't just a comfort; it's a declaration of divine truth, dismantling our self-condemnation piece by piece. When we see "mistakes I made," God sees them through the filter of forgiveness, just as Isaiah 43:25 assures us He blots out our transgressions and remembers our sins no more. When we feel the sting of a "tear-stained face" or the desolation of "desperate days," God's compassion encompasses us, remembering how Psalm 34:18 tells us He is near to the brokenhearted, and Psalm 56:8 speaks of Him collecting our tears. In moments of feeling "unloved" and "messed up," the song affirms, "You call me Yours," echoing the profound truth of adoption found in John 1:12, where we become children of God, His cherished creation (Ephesians 2:10). This divine perspective shifts our focus from our failures to His steadfast love and unwavering commitment.
The theme deepens as the song addresses the destructive power of our own "words" – "all the names I've called myself sometimes." This exposes how easily we allow negative self-talk to "define me," often without realizing the spiritual battle waged by the words we internalize. Just as Proverbs 18:21 reminds us that "death and life are in the power of the tongue," this song challenges us to consider whose voice we prioritize in defining our identity. It’s in these moments of self-inflicted wounds, when our "heart breaks," that we hear His affirming voice saying "that I'm adored." This unwavering adoration from God stands in stark contrast to our self-inflicted criticism, reminding us of Zephaniah 3:17, where the Lord rejoices over us with singing. He sees beyond the surface, beyond the struggle, into the very essence of who He created us to be—a truth that brings profound healing and hope.
Ultimately, "More" is an anthem of spiritual freedom and renewed identity in Christ. It's an invitation to surrender our flawed self-perceptions to the infallible, loving gaze of our Creator. The song doesn't just acknowledge our pain; it actively re-frames it within the context of God's redemptive plan. It calls us to trust that when we stand before Him, He does not see merely our blunders or our despair, but rather the immeasurable value He placed upon us when He sent His Son. This profound message offers solace, inspiration, and a powerful call to embrace the liberating truth that God indeed sees infinitely "more" in us than we could ever perceive in ourselves.