Pastor Brad - Thirsty Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
We're all thirsty souls lookin' for a drink
livin' in a world headed hard for brink
Some look to power, some to prestige
Others just want a friend to set their mind at ease
Pre-Chorus
Educators say "school is what we need"
Young minds filled with knowledge are certain to succeed
Joy is so illusive and piece of mind's a wish
My prayer for this great big world's that we'll remember this
Chorus
Jesus stood and cried "come to me and drink.
There's no fear or wound inside that I can not redeem.
I can fill that void inside no matter what you think.
If you'll only open up, if you'll just believe."
Jesus stood and cried "come to me and drink.
There's no fear or wound inside that I can not redeem.
I can fill that void inside no matter what you think.
If you'll only open up, if you'll just believe."
Verse 2
Readin' through the paper just the other day
One is for relationships, heart ache on display
Politics sink lower, lower every day
I think it's clear Washington doesn't know the way
Pre-Chorus
Chorus
Instrumental solo
Woooooooooaaaaahhh!
Woooooooooaaaaahhh!
Woooooooooaaaaahhh!
Woooooooooaaaaahhh!
In unison:
Woooooooooaaaaahhh! (Jesus stood and cried "come to me and drink.)
Woooooooooaaaaahhh! (There's no fear or wound inside that I can not redeem.)
Woooooooooaaaaahhh! (I can fill that void inside no matter what you think.)
Woooooooooaaaaahhh! (If you'll only open up, if you'll just believe.")
Video
80s Christian Metal--Acoustic Power Ballad – THIRSTY (Lyric Video) Pastor Brad
Meaning & Inspiration
Pastor Brad’s "Thirsty," released on October 7, 2017, as an 80s Christian Metal--Acoustic Power Ballad, immediately dives into the universal human condition, presenting a powerful spiritual message that resonates deeply with anyone seeking meaning and peace. The song’s narrative unfolds as a compassionate observation of a world perpetually searching for satisfaction, culminating in an unambiguous call to the ultimate source of living water. From its very opening, the song establishes that everyone, at their core, is a "thirsty soul," grappling with an increasingly complex and troubled world. This primal human longing for fulfillment, often misdirected, is a core biblical theme, reminiscent of Isaiah’s invitation, "Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters" (Isaiah 55:1), and Jesus’ promise to the Samaritan woman at the well, "whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst" (John 4:14). The lyrics reflect how individuals pursue various avenues—power, prestige, or even simple companionship—hoping to quell an inner unrest, yet these earthly pursuits inevitably fall short, leaving the spiritual void unaddressed.
The pre-chorus thoughtfully acknowledges conventional societal solutions, such as education, as noble pursuits for young minds, but wisely points out their limitations in delivering true "joy" or "peace of mind." It highlights a profound truth: while knowledge is valuable, it cannot fulfill the spirit. This insight sets the stage for the pivotal message of the chorus, which offers a divine answer to humanity’s persistent yearning. When Pastor Brad sings of Jesus standing and crying, "come to me and drink," it powerfully evokes John 7:37-38, where on the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, "Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them." This direct reference underscores the song's central thesis: Jesus alone offers redemption from fear and inner wounds, promising to fill the deepest voids that no worldly substitute can touch. The invitation is clear and unconditional, requiring only an open heart and genuine belief, aligning with the biblical understanding of salvation by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8-9).
The second verse grounds the spiritual message in contemporary reality, painting a picture of a world riddled with relational strife, as seen in "heart ache on display," and political disillusionment. This depiction of societal brokenness reinforces the initial theme of universal thirst and the futility of relying on human institutions, or "Washington," to "know the way." The repetition of the pre-chorus and chorus solidifies the urgent and singular solution presented. The song suggests that despite all human efforts and innovations, the foundational problems of fear, emptiness, and despair persist, leading back to the same divine remedy. The instrumental solo provides a moment for reflection, allowing the weight of the message to settle, before the powerful "Woooooooaaaaahhh!" section. This communal chant, especially when interwoven with the chorus lines, acts as a passionate reaffirmation of Jesus’ life-giving invitation, amplifying the call to "come and drink." It transforms the message from a solitary whisper into a resounding declaration, fostering a sense of unity in belief and hope, echoing Revelation 22:17: "The Spirit and the bride say, 'Come!' And let the one who hears say, 'Come!' Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life." "Thirsty" ultimately serves as an inspiring anthem for all who recognize their spiritual hunger, extending a timeless biblical promise of peace and fulfillment found only in Christ.