Matt Redman - On and On Lyrics
Lyrics
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
There will be no other but You
In the north and in the south
Every corner of the globe
For the weak and for the strong
With the young and with the old
On and on Your praises run
It's an everlasting song
There will be no other but You
Your song will be heard in all of the earth
You will have Your praise, yeah
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
There will be no other but You
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
There will be no other but You
Your song will be heard in all of the earth
You will have Your praise, Jesus
It's an everlasting song, yeah, yeah
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Hallelujah, there will be no other
There will be no other but You
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Oh, on and on
Hallelujah, there will be no other
Nothing can stand in the way of the song
Hallelujah, there will be no other
There will be no other but You
Let it be heard
Let it be sung
Let it be known
Around the world
Video
Mercies (New Every Morning) (Live from Trafalgar Square) - Matt Redman
Meaning & Inspiration
The song "On and On" by Matt Redman stands as a powerful declaration of God's persistent nature, a truth that anchors the soul. While perhaps best known from his 2013 album *Your Grace Finds Me*, its message resonates timelessly, connecting with the themes of enduring faithfulness found throughout his work, much like the spirit captured in live recordings such as the 2020 Trafalgar Square session. This song isn't just a catchy melody; it's a theological reflection set to music, delving into the profound reality that God's character and actions towards humanity are not intermittent but continuous and unfailing. It speaks to the believer's experience of God's grace and love unfolding relentlessly, day after day, year after year, a constant presence in a world marked by change and uncertainty.
At its heart, "On and On" explores the unending stream of God's goodness. It paints a picture of divine attributes like grace, mercy, patience, and love not as finite resources that dwindle or cease, but as an infinite wellspring that pours out ceaselessly. This narrative confronts the human tendency to feel disqualified or forgotten, instead presenting a God whose commitment to His people is unwavering. The song captures the wonder of encountering a love that doesn't give up, a faithfulness that doesn't waver, even when human faithfulness falters. It’s a reminder that the story of God’s interaction with us isn’t a series of disconnected events but a continuous narrative of redemption and relationship, moving forward without end.
Analyzing the song reveals how its musicality and lyrical structure reinforce this central theme of continuity. The repetition inherent in the title, "On and On," is echoed in the song's flow and arrangement, creating a sense of momentum and persistence that mirrors the theological concept. The melody feels expansive, built to carry a declaration of vast, unending truth. The words chosen emphasize the *active* and *continuous* nature of God's work – His grace reaching, His mercy flowing, His love pursuing. This isn't just abstract doctrine; it's presented as a lived reality, the very air the believer breathes, the ground they stand on. The song encourages a perspective shift, moving from focusing on temporal circumstances to grasping the eternal constancy of who God is and what He does.
This deep well of truth the song draws from is richly supported by Scripture. The concept of God's steadfast love enduring forever is a cornerstone of the Psalms, famously declared in Psalm 136 where the phrase "His love endures forever" is repeated twenty-six times, drumming home the point of its unending nature. Lamentations 3:22-23 beautifully articulates this persistence even in times of hardship: "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." This paints a vivid image of mercy refreshing itself with each dawn, not running out by evening. Similarly, Psalm 100:5 states plainly, "For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations." The song captures this biblical revelation – that God's covenant faithfulness (often translated as 'steadfast love' or 'mercy,' from the Hebrew 'hesed') is not tied to our performance but to His unchanging character. Romans 8:38-39 assures us that absolutely nothing can separate us from this love, emphasizing its permanent hold. "On and On" serves as a musical echo of these vital scriptural promises, inviting us to rest in the knowledge that the divine goodness pursuing us is not a temporary phenomenon but an eternal reality that truly goes on and on.