Michael W. Smith - There Is Always a Song Lyrics
Lyrics
I don't know how to breathe
I don't know how to leave you
I don't know what to say
And who am I to say it anyway
But there is always a song
And I'll try to sing along over you
I can hear it being sung
All of heaven sings along over you
I hardly know your name
I didn't come to save you
Your smile just broke my heart
Now in my heart I know you'll never leave me.
Sing, sing like you've never sung
Sing for your joy to come
Sing, sing like you've never sung
Sing of our joy to come
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Michael W. Smith - Were You There (Live)
Meaning & Inspiration
Michael W. Smith's "There Is Always a Song," released as part of his *Were You There (Live)* project on March 15, 2024, dives into a profound recognition of divine presence even in moments of human inadequacy and overwhelming emotion. The song speaks to a state of being so utterly captivated by the love and grace of God that conventional understanding falters. The opening lines express a disarming vulnerability, a sense of being lost for words and unsure of one's place, echoing the apostle Paul's sentiment in Romans 8:26, where he admits, "We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans." This feeling of profound dependence and awe is not one of weakness, but a fertile ground for spiritual truth. The core message of the song, however, is the unwavering certainty of a divine song, a heavenly melody of worship and praise that surrounds and encompasses the believer. This echoes the prophetic vision in Revelation 5:13, where every created thing in heaven and on earth is heard praising the One seated on the throne and the Lamb. The realization that "all of heaven sings along" is a powerful reminder that our personal struggles and uncertainties do not diminish the grand symphony of God's glory that is constantly playing. Even when we "hardly know" the full measure of God’s name or feel unqualified to approach Him, as the lyrics suggest, the song points to an unconditional love that seeks us out. The imagery of a smile breaking a heart signifies the transformative power of encountering Christ, a love so pure and compelling it shatters our defenses and creates a lasting imprint. This is reminiscent of Jesus’ teachings on His own mission, not to save those who are already well, but those who recognize their need for healing, as He stated in Mark 2:17. The repeated exhortation to "sing, sing like you've never sung" is not merely an encouragement for joyous outbursts, but a call to express the deep-seated joy that comes from knowing we are eternally held and cherished by God. It’s an invitation to offer our most authentic praise, not out of obligation, but from a heart overflowing with the assurance of His enduring love and the promise of future glory, a joy that transcends present circumstances, aligning with the prophet Habakkuk’s declaration in Habakkuk 3:18, "yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior." "There Is Always a Song" ultimately serves as a powerful anthem of hope, reminding us that in every season of life, God's presence is a constant, a melody of love that we can always join, no matter our own limitations.