Nathan Taylor - Thank You Lyrics
Lyrics
Thank You (Lyrics + Chords)
Nathan Taylor, Dion Davis, Jon Johnson
Verse:
| E / / / | B / / / | F# / / / | C#m / B/C# / | E / / / |
E B F#
You took all my shame down to the grave
C#m B/D# E
Where You buried death in the light
E B F#
You took all my pain down to the place
C#m B/D# E
Where you left my failures to die
Pre-Chorus:
| E / B / | F# / / / |
E B F#
Before I knew I needed saving, Jesus You came
E B F#
You took all of my sorrow and carried the weight of my shame
Chorus:
| B/C# / E / | B / F# / | G#m / E / | B / F# / |
B/D# E B F#/D#
Thank you, Thank you
G#m E B F#
You didn’t have to do it but You wanted to
B/D# E B F#/D#
Thank you, Thank you
G#m E B F#
You didn’t have to do it but You wanted to
Verse 2:
E B F#
You took on the grave chose joy in the pain
C#m B/Eb E
I was worth every nail every scar
E B F#
Now risen in light I stand at your side
C#m B/Eb E
Cause this always where I’ve belonged
Bridge:
| B/D# / E / | / F# G#m / |
B/D# E F# G#m
Here in your presence there’s nothing left to prove
B/D# E F# G#m
There’s no performing I’ve always been loved by You
B/D# E F# G#m
Knowing my weakness Your still defending me
B/D# E F# G#m
From the beginning You gave your all to me
Video
Nathan Taylor - Thank You ft. Dion Davis
Meaning & Inspiration
Nathan Taylor's "Thank You," featuring Dion Davis and co-written with Jon Johnson, released in late 2019, stands as a profound testament to the transformative power of sacrifice and unconditional love, deeply rooted in Christian theology. The song doesn't merely express gratitude; it articulates a salvific narrative, tracing the journey from sin and sorrow to redemption and belonging. The core message centers on the immense, unearned grace extended through Christ. From the outset, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of this divine intervention, stating, "You took all my shame down to the grave / Where You buried death in the light," and "You took all my pain down to the place / Where you left my failures to die." This imagery directly echoes the theological concept of Christ’s atoning sacrifice on the cross, a central tenet of Christianity. As the Apostle Paul writes in Romans 6:6, "We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be put away, to the end that we might no longer be enslaved to sin." The song’s pre-chorus further elaborates on this divine initiative, proclaiming, "Before I knew I needed saving, Jesus You came / You took all of my sorrow and carried the weight of my shame." This speaks to God’s proactive love, extending salvation even before humanity fully grasped its need for it, aligning with verses like 1 John 4:19, "We love because he first loved us." The chorus, with its repeated and simple declaration, "Thank you, Thank you / You didn’t have to do it but You wanted to," powerfully encapsulates the astonishment and humility that arise from recognizing the voluntary nature of this sacrifice. It’s a sentiment that resonates with the overwhelming generosity described in 2 Corinthians 9:15, "Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift!" Verse two delves deeper into the personal cost of this redemption: "You took on the grave chose joy in the pain / I was worth every nail every scar." This unflinching gaze at the crucifixion, acknowledging the physical suffering involved, reinforces the immense value placed on humanity. The realization that "this always where I’ve belonged" signifies a restoration to a rightful, beloved place in God's presence, a state of belonging that was broken by sin but mended by Christ's finished work, as seen in Ephesians 2:13, "But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ." The bridge of the song articulates a profound spiritual freedom and acceptance found in this redeemed state. Lines like, "Here in your presence there’s nothing left to prove / There’s no performing I’ve always been loved by You," highlight a release from the burden of self-justification. This is the essence of being declared righteous not by our deeds, but by faith in Christ, as affirmed in Romans 5:1, "Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." The song concludes by emphasizing God's enduring commitment, stating, "Knowing my weakness Your still defending me / From the beginning You gave your all to me." This steadfast, unwavering love and protection are characteristic of God’s covenant faithfulness, a theme woven throughout Scripture, including the promise in Hebrews 13:5, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." Ultimately, "Thank You" serves as a moving anthem of Christian devotion, not just a song of thanks, but an anthem celebrating the ultimate act of love that has profound implications for how believers understand their identity and worth.