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Draw Me Close by Michael W. Smith cover art

Michael W. Smith - Draw Me Close Lyrics

Artist:
Michael W. Smith
Album:
Worship Forever (Live, Extended Edition)
Official Release:
23 Aug 2001

Lyrics

Verse


Draw me close to you
Never let me go
I lay it all down again
To hear you say that I'm your friend
You are my desire
No one else will do
Cause nothing else can take your place
To feel the warmth of your embrace
Help me find the way
Bring me back to you


Chorus


You're all I want
You're all I've ever needed
You're all I want
Help me know you are near


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Meaning & Inspiration

Draw Me Close is a concise prayer for nearness, belonging, and renewed surrender. The opening asks God not to let go, then places every competing claim down again in order to hear the assurance of friendship. Desire is focused on God alone; no substitute can occupy His place or provide the comfort associated with His embrace. The plea to be brought back acknowledges dependence even in the act of seeking.

The chorus reduces that prayer to a direct confession that God is all the singer wants and needs. Its final request is not for an explanation or a material gift, but for awareness of divine presence. That emphasis closely reflects biblical prayers that draw near to God and seek His face. It also echoes the invitation to place every burden aside and return to fellowship. Through simple repetition, the song turns longing into worship and presents closeness with God as the central need of the surrendered heart.

Related Scripture

  • James 4:8 The passage promises that God draws near to those who draw near to Him.
  • Psalm 73:25-26 The psalmist declares that nothing on earth is desired above God.
  • Psalm 27:8 The psalm responds to God’s call by seeking His face.