Planetshakers - Let's Go! Lyrics
Lyrics
The shadows of my yesterday
Clouded up my faith to pray
But You blew it all away
The voices tried to pull me down
And bury me into the ground
But you made the greater sound
And now I hear You calling me
The voice of a raging sea
This is your destiny
Let's go!
Let the music play,
it's time to celebrate
'Cause it's a brand new day
Let's go!
We are so alive
and God is on our side
With Your blood You sacrificed
Giving all You paid the price
You have opened paradise
And now I hear You calling me
The voice of a raging sea
This is your destiny
Let's go!
Let the music play,
it's time to celebrate
'Cause it's a brand new day
Let's go!
We are so alive
and God is on our side
You glory rises like the sun
Radiating life to everyone
Now death is over and I'm alive
I'm taking hold of this victory
Now I'm running in my destiny
For Your glory I will go
You glory rises like the sun
Radiating life to everyone
Now death is over and I'm alive
I'm taking hold of this victory
Now I'm running in my destiny
For Your glory I will go
Let's go!
Let's go!
Let's go!
Let the music play,
it's time to celebrate
'Cause it's a brand new day
Let's go!
We are so alive
and God is on our side
Video
LET'S GO | Official Planetshakers Video
Meaning & Inspiration
Planetshakers' "Let's Go!" bursts forth as an electrifying anthem of liberation and triumphant faith, released in late 2015. This track isn't just a song; it’s a declaration of freedom from past struggles, a powerful reminder of God's redemptive power, and an impassioned call to embrace the abundant life He offers. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of moving from darkness into light, from despair to an unshakeable joy. The opening lines speak to the pervasive weight of past mistakes and doubts that can obscure our ability to connect with God, referencing the "shadows of my yesterday" that "clouded up my faith to pray." This resonates deeply with the human experience of wrestling with sin and its consequences, echoing the Psalmist's lament in Psalm 51:12, "Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit." Yet, the song pivots dramatically, with the assurance that God "blew it all away." This is the core of the Gospel message: that through Christ's sacrifice, our past is redeemed and our future is secured.
The struggle against negative influences and crippling doubt is further explored, with the lyrics acknowledging the "voices tried to pull me down / And bury me into the ground." This speaks to the spiritual warfare we all face, the insidious whispers of discouragement and fear that seek to immobilize us. However, the song triumphantly declares that God "made the greater sound," a powerful metaphor for the overwhelming victory found in His presence and His unfailing love. This echoes the Apostle Paul's powerful assertion in Romans 8:37, "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." The realization dawns that this divine voice, described as "the voice of a raging sea," is a call to our ultimate purpose, our "destiny." This isn't a passive calling; it’s an invitation to an active, vibrant life of faith.
The chorus, "Let's go! Let the music play, it's time to celebrate / 'Cause it's a brand new day. Let's go! We are so alive and God is on our side," is the heart of the song's energetic message. It’s an explosion of praise, a communal exultation in the new life found in Christ. The "brand new day" signifies the fresh start and continuous renewal that God provides, as Lamentations 3:22-23 beautifully states, "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." The certainty that "God is on our side" is a profound source of strength, recalling Joshua 1:9's exhortation, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
The song's theological underpinnings are robust, crediting God's sacrifice: "With Your blood You sacrificed / Giving all You paid the price / You have opened paradise." This directly references the atonement made by Jesus Christ, the ultimate act of love that broke down the barriers between humanity and God, ushering in the possibility of eternal life. John 3:16 encapsulates this perfectly: "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." The imagery of "glory rises like the sun" and "radiating life to everyone" powerfully illustrates the transformative and pervasive nature of God's presence and the life He imparts, as prophesied in Isaiah 60:1, "Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you." The declaration, "Now death is over and I'm alive," is a bold proclamation of resurrection power, a victory over sin and its sting, echoing 1 Corinthians 15:57, "But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." The final lines, "I'm taking hold of this victory / Now I'm running in my destiny / For Your glory I will go," are a passionate commitment to living a life fully surrendered to God's purposes, actively embracing the freedom and victory He has secured. "Let's Go!" is more than just an anthem; it's a spiritual rallying cry, urging believers to step boldly into the fullness of their God-given identity and purpose.