NeedToBreathe - Brother Lyrics

Album: Rivers In the Wasteland
Released: 15 Apr 2014

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Lyrics

Ramblers in the wilderness
Yeah we can't find what we need
We get a little restless from the searching
Get a little worn down in between

Like a bull chasing a matador
is man left to his own schemes
But everybody needs someone beside ‘em
Shining like a lighthouse from the sea

Brother let me be your shelter
Never leave you all alone
I can be the one you call when you're low
Brother let me be your fortress
when the night winds are driving on
Be the one to light the way
Bring you home

Face down in the desert now
There's a cage locked around my heart
I found a way to drop the keys where my failures were
now my hands can't reach that far

I ain't made for a rivalry
I could never take the world alone
I know that in my weakness I am strong
but it's your love that brings me home

And when you call
And need me near
Say it when you go
Brother I’m right here

And on those days
When the sky begins to fall
You’re the blood of my blood
We can get through it all

Video

NEEDTOBREATHE "Brother feat. Gavin DeGraw" [Official Video]

Meaning & Inspiration

NEEDTOBREATHE’s "Brother," featuring Gavin DeGraw, released on March 9, 2015, immediately resonated as a powerful anthem of support and enduring faith, particularly within the Christian community. The song delves into the profound human experience of navigating hardship and the divine promise of never facing it alone. Its central message is a steadfast affirmation of God's presence and strength, particularly when we feel overwhelmed by life's trials. This resonates deeply with the biblical principle found in Deuteronomy 31:6, which declares, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." The narrative of "Brother" paints a picture of an individual reaching out, acknowledging vulnerability, and finding solace in the unwavering commitment of a higher power, akin to the psalmist’s declaration in Psalm 23:4: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." The song’s inspiring call is to lean into this divine companionship, recognizing that even in our darkest moments, we are carried and supported. This echoes the promise of Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." The strength found in "Brother" is not a manufactured courage, but one born from an unshakeable trust in God’s constant, active involvement in our lives, offering reassurance and a pathway through adversity.